Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 8000 The life of the believer » 8200 The character of the believer » 8264 gentleness An expression of compassion, seen in God's dealings with the frail and weak, and expected of believers in their dealings with others. The gentleness of God In dealing with the wayward Isaiah 40:1-2; Luke 1:76-79 See also Isaiah 30:18-19; Isaiah 54:8; Isaiah 63:15 God's gentleness is not always evident; Hosea 2:13-15; Romans 2:4 God's gentle dealings are not always appreciated. In caring for the weak Isaiah 40:11 See also 1 Kings 19:12 The gentleness of Jesus Christ Matthew 11:29 See also Zechariah 9:9; Matthew 21:4-5; Matthew 12:18-21; Isaiah 42:1-3; 2 Corinthians 10:1; Philippians 2:1; Hebrews 5:2 Examples of Jesus Christ's gentleness Mark 1:40-42; Mark 5:25-34; Mark 10:13-16; John 8:3-11 Gentleness as strength esteemed by God Proverbs 15:1; James 3:17 See also Proverbs 25:15; Matthew 5:5; 1 Peter 3:1-4 Gentleness as a mark of Christian character Colossians 3:12 See also Galatians 5:22-23; Ephesians 4:1-2; 1 Timothy 6:11 Believers are to reflect God's gentleness in their dealings with people In correcting the wayward Galatians 6:1 See also 2 Timothy 2:24-25 In reasoning with unbelievers In nurturing new believers See also 1 Thessalonians 2:7 In showing consideration to all Titus 3:1-2 See also Ephesians 4:32; Philippians 4:5 See also
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