Gentleness/Self-control
Gal 5:16-26
Vs 22 Recap introduction to Fruit of the spirit. The Goal is to grow in having a Christ like character. The last time we discussed Goodness & Faithfulness being one of the fruit of the spirit, which should be exhibited in the life of a Christian. Hopefully we have been applying these fruits in the way in which enables us to develop a character more like Christ. Today we will be discussing the topics of Gentleness & Self-control
Gentleness
What do you think of when someone says the word gentle?
In this passage the word gentleness is meekness translated from the Gk word "praotes" which means humble in spirit, a surrendered and submissive heart.
How does our society view meekness? Meekness has become synonymous with weakness.
Meekness is also called gentleness which is an aspect of a Christian spirited filled life.
Matth. 26:39,42
How does Jesus exhibit strength in meekness?
Matth. 11:28-30
Based on these 2 passages we've read, what can we learn from Jesus?
In what areas of our life can we exhibit meekness and gentleness ?
Self-control
Personal freedom is a wonderful aspect of life. In our nature it can also entangle us.
Self-control literally means "self mastering".
Gen.4:7
What does God say about sin? It is crouching at our door. What does Jesus say we must do?
What areas of our lives require self-control and discipline?
2Tim 1:7
What does this passage tell us?
Discuss other tools we can use to practice self-control/discipline in our lives.
Break up in groups for openness, sharing and prayer for God to give us a renewed vigor
in living the Spirit filled life.
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