 |
| Gentle flowers on Prickly Pear Cactus |
Gentleness is described in the Strong’s
definition as humble, mildness of disposition or meekness. Jesus was an example
to us, showing a humble and gentle heart.
Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you,
because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
Matthew 11:29
With meekness people rely on God rather
than their own strength or their own selfish desires. That word “rely” is the
key—not imposing their own will, but allowing the Spirit of God to work in and
guide their life. Trusting God.
That “spirit”
of the “gentle spirit” is the
life-giving spirit, the actual the breath of God—pneuma. God breathed into Adam
that “breath” allowing his very soul to become alive. He became a living being.
Precious – the Greek word, polytelēs,
meaning excellent or of surpassing value. With a quiet spirit, we are of great
value to our God. That makes me feel special and loved in God’s eyes. Adopted
by God and loved—when I yield to Him and receive a gentle and quiet spirit.
What a great motivation that provides me to want to quietly please God. (See
Romans 8:23 for a reference to adoption by God.) Are you allowing the Holy
Spirit to fill you with His fruit—including a precious gentle spirit?
But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in
our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
gentleness, and self-control. Galatians 5:22
Prayer
~ Fill my heart and life, Lord, with the fruit of Your Holy Spirit—that all I
think, say and do would be pleasing to You…and would draw others to You—giving
You glory and honor.
Daily
Bible Reading: Psalms 50, 53, 60, 75
©
2017 Text and photo by Mickey M. Hunacek. All rights reserved.
All
scripture quoted from the New Living Translation (NLT) unless otherwise noted.
No comments:
Post a Comment