The Beauty Of A Quiet And Gentle Spirit
Saturday July 29, 2017
While it is important to show gentleness towards those we are in contact with, it’s also essential that we learn how to treat ourselves with gentleness. That doesn’t mean that we look for a “softer gentler way” that avoids issues and allows us to continue in whatever is convenient and comfortable, but is ultimately harmful. It does mean that we seek gentleness everywhere we find ourselves.
God invites us to a lifestyle of gentleness where we respect truth, respect the dignity of everyone including ourselves, and delight in the joy and wonder of each new day. Surround me with your tender mercies so I may live, for your instructions are my delight. (Psalm 119:77 NLT)
Gentleness helps us admit that we are struggling and it’s okay to seek help. He redeems me from death and crowns me with love and tender mercies. (Psalm 103:4 NLT)
Gentleness is protected by the setting of safe boundaries in relationships. Lord, don’t hold back your tender mercies from me. Let your unfailing love and faithfulness always protect me. (Psalm 40:11 NLT)
Gentleness is often experienced in our spirit when we take the time to slow down and notice life around us – a flower on a summer day; a baby in a stroller; the aroma of food; the beautiful colours in the sky as the sun goes down. God has made everything beautiful for its own time. The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship. (Ecclesiastes 3:11, Psalm 19:1 NLT)
Gentleness in us flows and grows as we sit quietly and have a conversation with God. Just reading the Bible often brings peace and gentleness to our souls and when we speak to God in response to what He is conveying to us in His Word, a gentleness of spirit seems to wrap itself around our hearts. Let my teaching fall on you like rain; let my speech settle like dew. Let my words fall like rain on tender grass, like gentle showers on young plants. (Deuteronomy 32:2 NLT)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, help me to live in the beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit that comes from within and which is precious in Your sight. AMEN
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