The Fruit of the Spirit: Gentleness Day 1: The Gentleness of God

Awakened to Deliver – The Fruit of the Spirit: GentlenessDay 1: The Gentleness of GodKey Verse: Isaiah 40:11 (NASB 2020)“Like a shepherd He will tend His flock, in His arm He will gather the lambs and carry them in the fold of His robe; He will gently lead the nursing ewes.”⸻Episode Highlights• Gentleness is not weakness—it’s strength under control.• God reveals His power not just through might, but through tender mercy.• Isaiah 40:11 shows the Father as a gentle shepherd, carrying and guiding His people with care.• Jesus embodied gentleness throughout His ministry—He welcomed the broken, touched the untouchable, and restored with compassion.• God’s gentleness draws us near, heals our wounds, and leads us in peace.• Before we reflect gentleness outward, we must first receive it inward.• The same God who formed the stars carries us close to His heart.⸻Scripture References• Isaiah 40:11 – He gathers the lambs and gently leads.• Psalm 18:35 – “Your gentleness makes me great.”• Matthew 11:29 – Jesus is “gentle and humble in heart.”• Romans 2:4 – God’s kindness leads to repentance.• John 8:1-11 – Jesus gently restores the woman caught in adultery.• Psalm 23 – The Lord leads us beside still waters and restores our soul.• Mark 10:13-16 – Jesus welcomes the children.• Luke 5:12-13 – Jesus touches and heals the leper.⸻Reflection QuestionsHow has God’s gentleness met you in seasons of brokenness or failure?Are there harsh views of God you need to surrender so you can rest in His tenderness?In what area of your life do you need to receive His gentle guidance today?⸻Takeaway ChallengeSpend a few quiet moments today meditating on Isaiah 40:11. Picture yourself being carried by the Good Shepherd. Let His gentleness lead you. Then ask the Holy Spirit to help you reflect that same gentleness to others—especially those who are hurting.⸻Stay ConnectedFor more content like this, you can find all Jeff’s socials and his book 30 Days of Patience at the Linktree.All his socials are @Awakened.Ministries.https://linktr.ee/Awakened.Ministries⸻Support This MinistryThis podcast is listener-supported. To partner with Jeff in spreading the Gospel, visit the Linktree to give via Cash App, Venmo, PayPal, or Patreon.⸻Music Credits• “Paphos” by MountaineerLicensed through PremiumBeat by Shutterstock under a Creator License.⸻Call to ActionIf today’s episode ministered to your heart, share it with someone who needs to encounter the gentleness of God.Tomorrow, we’ll explore how Jesus modeled perfect gentleness during His earthly ministry. Don’t miss it!