Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Matthew 11:26 Learn from me… What better teacher to have than Christ himself; a pure example of gentleness and humility. If you want to know what gentleness looks like then… Continue reading Learn from the Master
Category: Gentleness
Understanding Humility
And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point to death, even death on a cross. Philippians 2:8 We can all experience a touch of self-importance at times and at other times we question our own self-worth. In the secular setting, self-esteem is built up or knocked down by… Continue reading Understanding Humility
Be Prepared
1 Peter 3:15 In your hearts honour Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defence to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect. We serve a Holy God and our lives should reflect that, through our behaviour… Continue reading Be Prepared
Gentle Compassion
Galatians 6:1 Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted. It is easy to stumble on the narrow path and we all falter from time to time. There are varying degrees of slip-ups, from… Continue reading Gentle Compassion
A Gentle Manner
Ephesians 4:1,2 I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love. How do you explain gentleness? My first thought was when a new-born comes into the family… Continue reading A Gentle Manner
