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Let my teaching fall on you like rain; let my speech settle like dew. Let my words fall like rain on tender grass, like gentle showers on young plants.
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And after the earthquake there was a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire. And after the fire there was the sound of a gentle whisper.
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“Is God’s comfort too little for you? Is his gentle word not enough?
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A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.
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Gentle words are a tree of life; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.
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Oh, that you had listened to my commands! Then you would have had peace flowing like a gentle river and righteousness rolling over you like waves in the sea.
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The time is coming when the Lord will say to the people of Jerusalem, “My dear people, a burning wind is blowing in from the desert, and it’s not a gentle breeze useful for winnowing grain.
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So correct me, Lord, but please be gentle. Do not correct me in anger, for I would die.
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Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
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He called them together, along with others employed in similar trades, and addressed them as follows: “Gentlemen, you know that our wealth comes from this business.
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Which do you choose? Should I come with a rod to punish you, or should I come with love and a gentle spirit?
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Paul Defends His Authority
Now I, Paul, appeal to you with the gentleness and kindness of Christ—though I realize you think I am timid in person and bold only when I write from far away.
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gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things!
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Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love.
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Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
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He must not be a heavy drinker or be violent. He must be gentle, not quarrelsome, and not love money.
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Paul’s Final Instructions
But you, Timothy, are a man of God; so run from all these evil things. Pursue righteousness and a godly life, along with faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness.
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They must not slander anyone and must avoid quarreling. Instead, they should be gentle and show true humility to everyone.
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But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and the fruit of good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere.
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You should clothe yourselves instead with the beauty that comes from within, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is so precious to God.
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But do this in a gentle and respectful way. Keep your conscience clear. Then if people speak against you, they will be ashamed when they see what a good life you live because you belong to Christ.
