I know I should be writing every day. Why don’t I? I have no excuse. God said it; I should obey. We as Christians are commanded….. so why don’t we obey? Isn’t that the age old question, from Adam and Eve until now? It isn’t like God is asking anything that requires a massive intellect, which is good since most humans don’t have that. We are intelligent; most of us are ‘smart’ enough that we think we know better than the God Who created us! (Spoiler alert: We aren’t!!) As Christians, followers of the Lord Jesus Christ, we don’t have a lot of rules to follow. Primarily, we have two. Shouldn’t be that difficult, right? Love GOD, and love others (Deuteronomy 6:5, Matthew 22:37, Mark 12:30). Lover, love, love; all the world needs now is love. We make it hard. God has equipped each of us to fulfill anything He asks, so I know it’s in there….. can we reach down and grab it?
Gentle: “having or showing a mild, kind, or tender temperament or character; moderate in action, effect, or degree; not harsh or severe.” (Similar to kind, tender)
Kind: “having or showing a friendly, generous, and considerate nature; moderate in action, effect, or degree; not harsh or severe.” (Similar to goodnatured, kindhearted)
Humble: “having or showing a modest or low estimate of one’s own importance; of an action or thought) offered with or affected by a modest estimate of one’s own importance.” (Similar to meek, respectful)
Meek: “quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on; submissive.” (Similar to patient)
Patient: “able to accept or tolerate delays, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious.” (Similar to uncomplaining, tolerant)
Jesus tells us we need to demonstrate these traits to others in our lives. We are to be the example to the world with our behavior.
Fellow Christ-followers, how are we doing?
