Merriam Webster’s definition of gentle(ness) is: “Someone who is kind, amicable, not harsh or stern.”

Several scriptures are found in the Word of God that give us a clearer picture of the characteristic of gentleness and of the Lord’s gentle spirit.

Psalm 15:1: “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”

Matthew 11:28-30: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

Philippians 4:5: “Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.”

I 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.”

Matthew 5:5: “Blessed are the meek (gentle), for they shall inherit the earth.”

In the book “A New Joy” by Colleen Townsend Evans, she states that “a meek (or gentle) person is someone who is bendable and adaptable to God and to life–someone who is willing to be flexible and to change.” May we examine our hearts as we desire to be adaptable, flexible, and willing to change our attitudes as we continue to grow in His Word and become a person with a gentle spirit.

Blessings,
Yvonne