Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self-Control
The Holy Spirit changes who we are on the inside, but that difference is often observed on the outside. Disciples of Jesus should possess faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
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Josh Phillips
Church Planter in Residence
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Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self-Control
The Holy Spirit changes who we are on the inside, but that difference is often observed on the outside. Disciples of Jesus should possess faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
Josh Phillips
Church Planter in Residence
8. Faithfulness – πίστις (pístis)
- Definition: Pattern of dependability, reliability, consistency in doing what’s expected of you.
- Example: The sameness/consistency of Jesus through the ages. If He did it yesterday, He’ll do it today. If He did it today, He’ll do it tomorrow.
- Verse: Hebrews 13:8
9. Gentleness – πραΰτης (praýtēs)
- Definition: Strength under control (or restraint)
- Example: Jesus who wouldn’t break a bruised reed or quench a smoldering wick. Jesus who called Himself gentle and lowly. Jesus who could have flexed his power to dominate, but restrained it to serve and to save.
- Verses: Isaiah 42:3; Matthew 11:29
10. Self-control – ἐγκράτεια (enkráteia)
- Definition: Mastery over fleshly desires
- Verse: Proverbs 25:28
- Example: Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane surrendered His desires for the Father’s will..
- Verse: Luke 22:42
