Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the spirit is...gentleness
How are we to react to the aggravating situations that we sometimes face in life? Now answer the question how do we react in those situations. The answers often do not line up with each other.
Using Jesus as an example (see Matthew 11:29), we should always treat others with gentleness. We've spoken of kindness, and this differs just slightly. While kindness is more of a way of acting, gentleness brings up more of an idea of a state of spiritual being. While one acts in kindness, one is of gentle spirit.
We are told that "A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger" in Proverbs 15:1, to "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love" in Ephesians 4:2, and also to"Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near" in Philippians 4:5. Our instructions are clear. Be gentle, not harsh. Speak words of love, not hate.
We can bear this fruit through the Holy Spirit living inside of us. And we should let it show to all the world to bring glory to God and to fulfill His will.
Using Jesus as an example (see Matthew 11:29), we should always treat others with gentleness. We've spoken of kindness, and this differs just slightly. While kindness is more of a way of acting, gentleness brings up more of an idea of a state of spiritual being. While one acts in kindness, one is of gentle spirit.
We are told that "A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger" in Proverbs 15:1, to "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love" in Ephesians 4:2, and also to"Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near" in Philippians 4:5. Our instructions are clear. Be gentle, not harsh. Speak words of love, not hate.
We can bear this fruit through the Holy Spirit living inside of us. And we should let it show to all the world to bring glory to God and to fulfill His will.
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