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Today we’re in First Corinthians 9, and this chapter is all about discipline, sacrifice, intentionality, and learning how to move with purpose instead of impulse. Paul the Apostle explains that even though he had certain rights and freedoms, he willingly gave some of them up so nothing would interfere with the bigger mission God gave him. And honestly, that mindset is rare today. Most people ask, “What can I do?” but Paul asks, “What actually helps me stay aligned?” That’s maturity. Paul says, “But I have made no use of any of these rights…” — 1 Corinthians 9:15. Even though he had freedom, he practiced restraint. And that hits directly in trading because discipline is not just about avoiding bad trades, it’s about being willing to walk away from things that could pull you out of alignment, even if you technically can do them. Not every setup needs to be traded. Not every opportunity needs a reaction. Not every impulse deserves execution.