Meekness /Gentleness is characterized by humble and submissive trust in God, along with a patient, gentle, and loving attitude toward others.
Meekness required by God
Zep 2:3 Also see: Pr 16:19; 1Pe 3:4
Fruit of the Spirit – Gentleness – Fruit of the Spirit Series 30
“Gentleness” refers to the compassionate approach that God takes towards those who are frail and weak. As believers, we are expected to exhibit this same trait when dealing with others.
The gentleness of God
In dealing with the wayward Isa 40:1-2; Lk 1:76-79 Also see: Isa 30:18-19; 54:8; 63:15 God’s gentleness is not always evident; Hos 2:13-15; Ro 2:4 God’s gentle dealings are not always appreciated.
Humanity’s Gift Of Free Will
Decisions
The end result of a process of reflection upon possible courses of action, informed and sustained by a concern to please God.
Factors that should affect believers’ Decision-making
Desire to know God’s will Ps 25:4-5 Also see: Ps 143:8; Hos 4:6 Ignoring God’s will leads to destruction; Jn 10:27; 14:15-17
Enduring Love | A Mother’s Hope
The Bible recognizes motherhood as an important and fundamental duty, with the nurturing, instruction, and selfless sacrifices of mothers playing a crucial role in forming and molding the lives of children.
Motherhood and childbirth
God plans happiness for women in motherhood Ps 113:9
Devil’s Trap Of Deception – Spiritual Warfare Teaching
Satan’s character is deceitful, devious and cunning as in a variety of guises he seeks to influence people for his own ends.
Satan’s deceitful character
He is evil Mt 6:13 Also see: Mt 5:37; 13:19; Jn 17:15; 2Th 3:3; 1Jn 2:13-14; 3:8,12; 5:18
Longsuffering and God’s Glory – Fruit of the Spirit Series 29
Patience is the ability to show forbearance and self-control, especially in waiting for God’s will. Believers are expected to be patient in their dealings with others and in their expectations of God’s actions.
God’s patience
Ex 34:6–7; Ro 2:4