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Gentleness

Gentleness means using strength and words with care.

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What does it mean?

Gentleness means using strength and words with care. It is possible to be firm about what is right without being cruel.

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How could a strong person handle something fragile?

An example from the Bible

Galatians names gentleness as fruit of the Spirit. A gentle response can protect someone and help a disagreement calm down.

Read Galatians 5:23 ↗

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Related reading: Galatians 5:23

gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.

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