Gentleness ... The world needs more of it!
Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike explores the fruit of gentleness from Galatians 5:23. Biblical gentleness is not weakness or passivity; it is controlled strength—having the humility and self-control to create a safe place for others while still having the courage to speak the truth in love. Jesus perfectly demonstrated gentleness by being compassionate toward the broken while boldly confronting sin and calling people to repentance. The opposite of gentleness is pride, using our strength to elevate ourselves and control others. The counterfeit is simply being nice or shy, avoiding difficult conversations rather than lovingly speaking truth. True gentleness comes from surrendering our strength to God and allowing His character to flow through us.