- So . . . I'm "feeding myself" in the morning from God's Word and thought I'd post what I'm chewin' on and make my "food" available for others who might want to nibble a bit. Hope it's of some benefit to you . . .
The word of God is living and active . . . (Hebrews 4:12)
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Tag Archives: gentleness
Let Your Reasonableness Be Known
Rejoice in the Lord alwaysAnd again, I say rejoiceRejoice in the Lord alwaysAnd again, I say rejoice Rejoice, rejoice,And again, I say rejoiceRejoice, rejoice,And again, I say rejoice Okay, not a lot to that little song. But from what I … Continue reading
Easy? Nope. Necessary? I’m thinkin’ . . .
Trust and obey, for there’s no other way . . . This morning, an exhortation in Titus has me wondering what the world would be like if the church were simply to trust and obey. But I’m also noodling on … Continue reading
Gentleness and Respect
So, it appears I’ll be completing a trilogy of thoughts this morning as I wrap up 1 Peter 3. A couple of days ago I was challenged by entrusting myself to Him who judges justly (1Pet. 2:23b). About not having … Continue reading
Not For Wives Only
It really is outstanding how much emphasis the Spirit leads Peter to place on right relationships in addressing a people who are experiencing increasing pressure amid persecution. And I can’t help but think that, knowing our frame and the nature … Continue reading
Posted in 1Peter
Tagged gentleness, showing grace, tenderhearted, the heart of Christ
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The Way of Real Wisdom
Anybody else praying for wisdom these days? More aware now than ever that to navigate our cultural moment we need help from above? A couple of chapters ago James exhorts his readers, “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him … Continue reading
Posted in James
Tagged gentleness, peacemakers, slow to anger, slow to speak, the lowly Jesus, wisdom
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A Spirit of Gentleness
Read a well-known verse this morning, but honestly, with unexpected consequences. Started to breeze through a familiar “command to obey,” but encountered a living and active sword along the way. One word. That’s all it was, one word. And it … Continue reading
Posted in 2Samuel, Galatians
Tagged Christ's humility, gentleness, humble yourselves, humility, meekness, the fruit of the Spirit
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