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Fruit of the Spirit: Gentleness

  “But the fruit of the Spirit [the result of His presence within us] is love [unselfish concern for others],   joy [inner] peace , patience [not the ability to wait, but how we act while waiting],   kindness, goodness,   faithfulness,   gentleness,   self-control.   Against such things there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22-23)     1)        It is Powerful Instead of being feared as being too weak, it must be praised as one of the most Christlike qualities.   Jesus was noticed as a meek and humble leader as was Moses.   So why in the Church today as we are looking for the opposite in leaders.   In the Church we must have gentle parents who discipline their children in that kind of spirit.   No abusive action should be seen in our homes.   The Spirit of Christ must be present everywhere.   Christ was not a charismatic leader like we see in our midst.   He was gentle and firm.   (Matthew 11:29)   2)      It must be Evident to All Let your reasonableness (or