What is the fruit of gentleness? It is widely misunderstood, and yet, sorely needed in our world today. Jesus described Himself as gentle in Matthew 11:29 (NIV), and yet the Bible also tells stories of Him flipping tables, casting out demons, rebuking the devil, and declaring great truths in the face of fierce opposition. Some of these stories don’t match our definition of the word “gentle,” and yet, that is exactly who Jesus is. Pastor Chris unpacks this today in a way that can help you and bring you closer to God, so that you can grow the fruit of gentleness and live the life God always intended you to live.
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Galatians 5:22-23 NLT
Matthew 11:29 NIV
Philippians 2:6-8 NLT
Gentleness comes from awareness.
2 Corinthians 4:6-7 NLT
Gentleness isn’t weakness - it’s carefulness.
Gentleness is expressed through security.
Proverbs 15:1 NIV
Gentleness doesn’t turn up the volume, it turns up the value.
Gentleness is the proof of forgiveness.
Philippians 4:5 NIV
Forgiven people forgive people - even before they’re sorry.