Fruit of the Spirit: Gentleness

Galatians 5:22–23Loading... 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.

The Nature of Gentleness (Chrestotes) Definition: Gentleness (chrestotes) is kindness in action—a benevolence that seeks the good of others with tenderheartedness. Key Idea: It reflects God’s character in His patient and kind dealings with humanity. Application: Gentleness demonstrates love through acts of care and understanding. Greek – Chrestotes – a disposition to be gentle, soft spoken, kind, even-tempered, cultured & refined in character and conduct. Tender and Mild treatment. moral goodness, integrity benignity, kindness Luke 1:78Loading... 78 Through the tender mercy of our God; Whereby the dayspring from on high hath visi...