This Sunday we will continue our series on the Virtues of Ephesians 4:1-3. Each of five Virtues listed in this passage show us what it means to walk in a manner that is worthy of our calling in Christ, and to maintain the “unity of the Spirit and the bond of peace.” Last week we spent time exploring Humility, and the importance of lowliness in our hearts. This week we continue with a study on Gentleness.

Gentleness is sometimes translated in our Bibles as Meekness. While the language of humility was offensive to the Greco-Roman world, and not once used in a positive light, the virtue of gentleness and meekness was very positively considered. It presents a “golden mean” in dealing with emotion – not too angry, but also not never angry. To recognizing someone or something’s gentleness, we also must see their power. Meekness has been defined by many as power under restraint. As we explore the Biblical perspective on Gentleness, we will see it come up in the lives of some of the leaders in Scripture. Ultimately, we will see the beautiful Gentleness and meekness of Jesus, and what it means for us.