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Gentleness Only For The Strong

Wednesday April 21, 2021
 

Strong people with a true sense of their identity are often the gentlest souls in our community.  They don’t have to pretend to have courage in loud aggressive ways because they are confident in who they are and what they believe.  They know themselves to be imperfect and so they graciously make allowances for the faults of others.  They know they are learning and growing, and they make space for others to do the same. 


A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare. Gentle words are a tree of life; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit. Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love.  (Proverbs 15:1, 15:4, Ephesians 4:2 NLT)


People who are secure in themselves don’t have to fight about every point.  They can agree to disagree and be pleasant about it.  They don’t have to try to build themselves up by saying one thing to a person’s face and then something else behind their backs.  They are genuine people of integrity.  Gentle people are some of the most admired by their colleagues and associates.  Far from being weak, a gentle person exhibits a huge amount of self-control and patience. 

They [Leaders] must not slander anyone and must avoid quarreling. Instead, they should be gentle and show true humility to everyone.  But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and the fruit of good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere.  (Titus 3:2, James 3:17 NLT)

God invites us to leave harshness, super-sensitivity, sarcasm, and insincerity behind, and enter a settled life of harmony with His plan – a plan that promotes gentleness in all our dealings with others.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, You chose me to be holy and blameless in Your sight.  My desire is to grow in grace and become known as a person who is tender hearted towards others.  I want to be filled with kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Lord, I need Your help!  Amen

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