Words of Encouragement –Gentleness

Proverbs 15:1-4

1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but harsh words stir up anger.

2 The wise person makes learning a joy; fools spout only foolishness.

3 The LORD is watching everywhere, keeping his eye on both the evil and the good.

4 Gentle words bring life and health; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit. (NLT)

You are in a situation and this person is yelling at you, what do you do?

Normally or humanly we respond by getting defensive and yelling back. But that actually makes the situation worse. What do you do? Proverb says “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but harsh words stir up anger.” Being calm and gentle is what God instructs us to do and it actually works. When you use gentle and calming words this does defuse the situation. If they continue then you continue being calm, gentle and forgiving. This is how Christ was with you at salvation and He wants you to do the same with others. Gentle words bring life and health, therefore be as gentle and humble as Jesus. Remember, “The LORD is watching everywhere, keeping his eye on both the evil and the good.”

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