Jeremy Utley - Brothers Who Adorn Themselves With Gentleness

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Speaker: Jeremy Utley Title: Brothers Who Adorn Themselves With Gentleness Date: 11/30/21 Our Goal as Christians is this: To be an exact reflection of Jesus, the Son of God (Romans 8:29) We do this individually by growing in purity in our personal lives (1 John 3:2-3) We do this corporately by becoming fully functioning members of a local Church (Ephesians 4:11-16)

Summary

The central message is that Christians must strive to reflect Jesus by cultivating gentleness in both personal and communal life. Drawing from 1 Peter 3 and Philippians 4, the speaker emphasizes that gentleness is an imperishable quality, applicable not only to women but also to men, and is essential in relationships, especially within the home. He concludes that true gentleness is a reflection of Christ's own character and a sign of drawing near to God.

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What does 'in the same way' mean in First Peter?The speaker looks at First Peter chapter three and questions what the phrase 'in the same way' refers to regarding how husbands should live with their wives.

An imperishable quality precious to GodWomen are instructed not to focus on external beauty like braided hair or gold, but on the imperishable quality of a gentle and quiet spirit which is precious in God's sight.

A command for men as wellJeremy realizes that this call to be adorned with gentleness is not just for women, but a command for men to make themselves attractive in God's sight through a gentle spirit.

The imperishable and unfailing nature of gentlenessJust like love, a gentle spirit never fails, and the speaker is challenged to cherish this virtue as something imperishably precious to God.

Let your gentle spirit be known to all menIn Philippians chapter four, believers are told to let their gentle spirit be known to everyone because the Lord is near.Philippians 4:5

Right alongside rejoicing and prayerGentleness is surrounded by major commands to rejoice always, be anxious for nothing, and pray with thanksgiving, putting it on the same level as these treasured verses.

Learning gentleness from JesusJesus invites believers to learn from Him in Matthew chapter eleven because He is gentle and humble in spirit.

Living with understanding and great tactThe amplified bible defines living with an understanding wife as living with great gentleness and tact, proving that husbands are also called to seek a gentle and quiet spirit.1 Peter 3:7

Avoiding roughness in close relationshipsThe speaker is saddened to see how easily roughness and snappiness become the default in close relationships, even though we are not rough with strangers.

Letting gentleness start in the homeWhen a person lowers their guard at home, what should be made known is a softness and tenderness rather than a lack of tact.

Treasuring the gentleness of JesusJust as a lack of mercy stems from failing to meditate on God's mercy, a lack of gentleness comes from not truly treasuring the gentle heart of Jesus.

Taking gentleness more seriouslyJeremy prays that he would take gentleness more seriously, making allowance for others and letting this grace be seen first in his home and church.

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