Gentleness (Part 1)

"But the Fruit of the Spirit is... GENTLENESS..." Galatians 5:22-23

Definitions:

gen·tle  (jntl)adj. gen·tler, gen·tlest

1. Considerate or kindly in disposition; amiable and tender.

2. Not harsh or severe; mild and soft: a gentle scolding; a gentle tapping at the window.

3. Easily managed or handled; docile: a gentle horse.

4. Not steep or sudden; gradual: a gentle incline.

gentleness [ˈdʒɛnt^əlnɪs]n

1. the quality of being gentle

Scriptures for this week:

Proverbs 25:15, "Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone." (NIV)

Ephesians 4:2, "Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each others faults because of your love." (NLT)

Philippians 4:5, "Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near." (NIV)

Colossians 3:12, "Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience." (NLT)

1 Timothy 3:3, "He must not be a heavy drinker or be violent. He must be gentle, not quarrelsome, and not love money." (NLT)  This scripture is talking about what is required in a  man if he is to become an Elder or Deacon in the church.

1 Timothy 6:11, " But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness." (NIV)

1 Peter 3:4, "You should clothe yourselves instead with the beauty that comes from within, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is so precious to God." (NLT)  This scripture is telling wives how to treat their husbands.

1 Peter 3:15, "But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect," (NIV)

More scriptures to check out:

Jeremiah 11:19

Zechariah 9:9 goes with Matthew 21:5

Matthew 11:29

1 Corinthians 4:21

1 Thessalonians 2:6-7

What are some of your favorite scriptures on Gentleness?  I would love to hear your testimonies relating to gentleness below!

Blessings! 

~ S*

Kindness (Part 2)

"But the fruit of the Spirit is... KINDNESS..." Galatians 5:22

 This week's Verses:

Acts 28:2, "The islanders showed us unusual kindness. They built a fire and welcomed us all because it was raining and cold." (NIV)

This was right after Paul was shipwrecked; the locals surprisingly showed them kindness when they washed ashore.

Ephesians 2:4-7, "But God is so rich in mercy, and he loved us so much, 5that even though we were dead because of our sins, he gave us life when he raised Christ from the dead. (It is only by God’s grace that you have been saved!) 6For he raised us from the dead along with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ Jesus. 7So God can point to us in all future ages as examples of the incredible wealth of his grace and kindness toward us, as shown in all he has done for us who are united with Christ Jesus." (NLT)

God is merciful and Kind!  It is because of His kindness that we will be with Him one day in heaven!  Isn't that so Awesome!?!

Colossians 3:12, "Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience." (NLT)

God has called us to be Kind.  I want to strive to follow God's Word and do what He says.

Titus 3:4-7, “When God our Savior revealed his kindness and love, 5he saved us, not because of the righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He washed away our sins, giving us a new birth and new life through the Holy Spirit. 6He generously poured out the Spirit upon us through Jesus Christ our Savior. 7Because of his grace he declared us righteous and gave us confidence that we will inherit eternal life.” (NLT)

Through His kindness He sent His Son Jesus to die for us so that we could live forever to be with Him.  I don't know that there is a kinder or more selfless thing to do!

Extra Verses:

Romans 11:22

2 Corinthians 6:3-10
2Peter 1:5-9

2Samuel 2:6

2 Samuel 9:1

2 Samuel 10:2 and 1 Chronicles 19:2 (same story)

Ruth 2:20

Ruth 3:10

Kindness, like all of the fruits of the Spirit, is an important on.  When we show kindness to people, they have a hard time doing/being anything but the same back to you.  Let's all try to be kind and see how God chooses to bless us because of it!

Blessings,

~ S*

Patience (Part 1)

"But the fruit of the Spirit is... PATIENCE..." Galatians 5:22 

Below are some verses on patience for you to look up and study this week.  Next week I will go through some of them with a little commentary of my own.  Please feel free to share some of your commentary on these verses or add some scriptures that you think pertain to this topic during this week and next by commenting below or e-mailing me at girlbiblestudy@hotmail.com.

Scriptures for this week:

Proverbs 19:11, "A man's wisdom gives him patience; it is to his glory to overlook an offense." (NIV) or the (NLT): "Sensible people control their temper; they earn respect by overlooking wrongs."

Proverbs 25:15, "Patience can persuade a prince, and soft speech can break bones." (NLT)

Ecclesiastes 7:8, "Finishing is better than starting. Patience is better than pride." (NLT)

Romans 2:4, "Don't you see how wonderfully kind, tolerant, and patient God is with you? Does this mean nothing to you? Can't you see that his kindness is intended to turn you from your sin?" (NLT)

2 Corinthians 6:6, "We prove ourselves by our purity, our understanding, our patience, our kindness, by the Holy Spirit within us, and by our sincere love." (NLT)

Colossians 1:11, "We also pray that you will be strengthened with all his glorious power so you will have all the endurance and patience you need. May you be filled with joy," (NLT)

Colossians 3:12, "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience." (NIV)

1 Timothy 1:16, "But God had mercy on me so that Christ Jesus could use me as a prime example of his great patience with even the worst sinners. Then others will realize that they, too, can believe in him and receive eternal life." (NLT)

Hebrews 6:12, "We do not want you to become lazy, but to imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised." (NIV)

2 Peter 3:15, "And remember, our Lord's patience gives people time to be saved. This is what our beloved brother Paul also wrote to you with the wisdom God gave him--" (NLT)

Other Scriptures to look up:

2 Timothy 3:10

Titus 2:2

James 5:10

2 Peter 1:5-7

I look forward to your insights!!

Blessings!

~ S*