“The greatest strength a man can achieve is gentleness.” ― Monty Roberts

 Recently, we talked about “putting on love” that binds several crucial virtues we need to dress in daily. They are essential in our desire to demonstrate unity by loving our neighbor.  So far, we’ve discussed compassion, kindness, & humility, so let’s address the next one, Gentleness.

What is gentleness?  The Merriam-Webster dictionary definition is “mildness of manners or disposition.”

“Being a gentle person means that though you have the power and potential to be devastating through your attitudes and actions, you control them so that you have a calming and soothing effect on others.” ― Anonymous

Gentleness describes our behavior & how we are to treat others. Each of us is capable of being mean, violent, harsh, etc., yet through God, we have the strength to be a positive comfort and influence.

Why is it important? “Be gentle with people today. You don’t know someone’s inside struggles. Instead of being the last straw, you can be their first sign, hope.” ― Anonymous  

Always remember that “A gentle answer quiets anger, but a harsh one stirs it up.” Proverbs 15:1 (GNT)

As we continue on this Love Walk, I pray that each of us will daily “put on love” and get dressed in gentleness for we have been given a wonderful promise in Matthew 5:5 (TPT), “What blessing comes to you when gentleness lives in you! For you will inherit the earth.”

Thank you for your time. Be Blessed… LR Maddox
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