No 6

(Gentleness, meekness, sensitivity)

Under the topic of Christian virtues, let it be understood that some of them are not necessarily mentioned in the Bible but, as we will see, are demonstrated by Jesus Christ or by other Biblical personages.

Gentleness is : Learning to respond to needs with kindness and love. Knowing what is appropriate to the emotional needs of others. And lastly, gentleness is learning how to administer direction without impatience or anger. Here are two questions that we can ask ourselves in our personnal assessment of our gentleness; 1) Do those you correct walk away motivated or discouraged? 2) Do those who work with you feel that you are committed to them or just getting the job done?

Meekness is : Learning how to yield rights and possessions to God. Respondind properly to anger when others violate our personal rights. Here are some questions : 1) Does your family ever see you lose your temper? If they do, do you acknowledge you were wrong and ask them to forgive you? 2) Do you demand respect from your children rather than teach them to be respectful? 3) Do you demand prompt attention and service in a restaurant?

Sensitivity is : Exercising my senses so that I can perceive the true spirit and emotions of those around me. Being alert to the promptings of the Holy Spirit. Avoiding danger by sensing wrong motives in others. Knowing how to give the right words at the right time. Here are some questions : 1) Can you discern the true feelings of your family or friends without asking them? 2) Are you aware of the spiritual condition of those for whom you are responsible? 3) Do you experience times when your mind tells you that something is right but your spirit tells you that it is wrong?