But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives:
love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
There is no law against these things! Galatians 5:22-23 New Living Translation
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Gentleness [meekness, humbleness] is sensitivity of disposition and kindness of behavior, founded on strength and prompted by love. Gentleness is not weakness. Rather, it is humility and thankfulness toward God, and polite, restrained behavior toward others. The opposites of gentleness are anger, a desire for revenge, and self-aggrandizement.
Gentleness is the ability to bear reproaches and slights with moderation,
and not to embark on revenge quickly, and not to be easily provoked to anger,
but be free from bitterness and contentiousness, having tranquility and stability in the spirit.
Aristotle
Gentleness: A Gift from God …
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. James 3:17 NLT
Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. ”
Matthew 11:28-29 NLT
Jesus never mistreated anyone just because they mistreated Him.
He confronted them in a spirit of gentleness and then continued to love them.
Joyce Meyer
… That Fills me …
God blesses those who are humble [gentle, meek], for they will inherit the whole earth.
Matthew 5:5 NLT
The Savior reigned in all their hearts,
and they successfully copied the pattern of meekness and gentleness,
which he had left them.
John Strachan
When you encounter difficulties and contradictions, do not try to break them,
but bend them with gentleness and time.
Saint Francis de Sales
… To Overflowing
Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. Ephesians 4:2 NLT
Gentle words are a tree of life. Proverbs 15:4a NLT
Nothing is won by force. I choose to be gentle.
Max Lucado
