a GENTLE-man

I love the thought that meekness is not weakness, but rather it is strength under control. The Greek word for meek is ‘praus’--which denotes a powerful stallion broken and able to be ridden. The stallion still possesses its strength, but it is now gentle and poised, and able to be used. Therefore, a man who is meek possesses a gentle strength about him, a humble outfit upon him, and a usable spirit within him. He is harnessed by heaven to be a gentle-man.A man who is meek is clean filtered in conversation: Thus, a GENTLE-man.

A man who is meek is orderly fashioned in conduct: Thus, a GENTLE-man.

A man who is meek is integrity formed in character: Thus, a GENTLE-man.Too often, we as men spend more time and energy trying to make a “reputation” of being a gentleman--a well-bred man; dignified; a man from a noble family. However, when you strive at being a man who is meek and humble in heart, you will become more than just a gentleman of reputation, for it is a GENTLE-man of character that you will become.You can be a gentleman by just setting a trended pace, but only a GENTLE-man knows he is what he is, purely by God’s grace.  A gentleman strives to leave a lasting impression for fame, but a GENTLE-man makes known that his progression is done only in Jesus’ name.  A gentleman leads and looks to be served, but a GENTLE-man serves by looking for who is in need. A gentleman will do what he has to just to go the distance, but a GENTLE-man is not held by a measure or length, just persistence.  A gentleman may be treated by the respect of others, but a GENTLE-man treats others the way he would like to be respected.The differences can go on and on, but the separation is just one.  A gentleman follows other men’s examples, but a GENTLE-man follows the example of ONE man--and Jesus is that GENTLE-Man. Learn from HIM, for HE is gentle and lowly in heart.