Gentleness in your Home
“Don’t do that!” “Well, he did it to me!” Do you ever feel like yelling these things? I do sometimes. These words are rude and hurtful to the person hearing them. When I talk to someone in my family like that, it makes me feel bad too.
Think about it, when you go out in public, you are on your best behavior. If you talk to someone you do not know very well, you are the best person you can be. When you are home, it is easier to let your temper come out.
Gentleness is being kind and loving to everyone and not just the people outside your home. It doesn’t come naturally. We have to pray to God and grow in faith so that we will produce this special kind of fruit.
How can you show gentleness in your own life? Maybe by smiling when someone is feeling blue, putting a hand on your brother or sister’s shoulder when they are sad, or giving a hug. These things come from the heart. Jesus is the one who gives them to you. When our heart is just right, we will show gentleness.
Let your moderation be known unto ALL men. The Lord is at hand. Philippians 4:5
Thank you Miss Olivia!
I really needed to read this post today! Thank you!