Gentleness is something I've been working on. From this practice, I've noticed that people are more ready to listen to a gentle word than a yell.
"A soft answer turns away wrath,
but a harsh word stirs up anger...
A gentle tongue is a tree of life,
but perverseness in it breaks the spirit." Proverbs 15:1,4 (ESV)
Jesus, our greatest example, was gentle.
"Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls." Matthew 11:29 (ESV)
Thank God for His gentleness. Ask Him to help you to be gentle to your siblings (or kids :), your parents, and any one you come into contact with.
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