Self control is learned one decision at a time. Its value is in its fruit, and according to Jesus, fruit is the measure that matters. Does my physical shape, my attitudes, the way I interact with others reflect the kind of person I want to be? We can be sure they reflect the measure of our self control.
“All things are permitted for me, but not all things are of benefit. All things are permitted for me, but I will not be mastered by anything.”1Cor.6.