As we focus on being meek or gentle, let us examine the life of Jesus. In Matthew 11:29, Jesus states from His own lips, "...for I am gentle and lowly in heart,..." From Jesus' own words we know that this characteristic in Jesus' life is not a synonym for weakness, but rather strength under control. In these verses, Jesus is reminding His children that there is plenty of room in his arms, and enough strength in His shoulders to help carry each of our burdens. We serve a God who does not drive His children away, but longs to carry each one in His gentle arms. Yet, this is the same Jesus who took a whip and drove the money changers out of that temple (Matt. 21:1-17). It was this same Jesus who stretched those bloodied arms horizontally, across on old rugged cross for our sins. And it will be this same meek Savior who will come back through the clouds, leading the armies of heaven behind Him, to bring judgment upon the wicked and set up His forever Kingdom on earth (Rev. 19).
As you and I seek to follow Jesus' example of living a life of meekness, where do we begin? First, we ought to develop a meek spirit (1 Peter 3:3-4), learning how to listen and obey God's will for our life. Second, develop a meek tongue (Pr. 15:1-4; 25:11-15). It is a gentle answer that does more good than a fierce reply. Third, develop a meek presence. This speaks of how we interact with others (1 Thess. 2:7; Gal. 6:1-2). And last, work to develop a meek appetite. God's Word commands us to purse meekness (1 Tim. 6:11), put on meekness (Col. 3:12), walk in meekness (Eph. 4:2), and display meekness (Titus 3:2). It is only when Jesus Christ is ruling as Lord and Savior in our lives that makes it possible for meekness to fill our life. Until next time, keep walking close to Christ.
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