²⁸ Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. ²⁹ Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. ³⁰ For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

Sermon Discussion Questions

1. What are some examples from Jesus’ life that showed Him to be gentle? Toward His Father? Toward other people?
2. What are some examples from Jesus’ life that could be interpreted as NOT gentle?
3. How do you reconcile the two?
4. How has Jesus shown Himself gentle in dealing with you?
5. How do we show our gentleness toward God?
6. How do we show gentleness toward others?
7. Would those who know you best consider you to be a gentle person?

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