Treating Others with Gentleness and Graciousness 以温柔宽容待人
Author : Sis Tay Sze En
Translator: Sister Charis Ong
“Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger;”
Words spoken and decisions made in haste invariably leads one to regret. And responses that are hesitant and weak often fails to edify or render timely help. It is only when we submit to the guidance of God, rely on His ever-present help, and interact with others with gentleness, can we experience the warmth in human relations.
A ‘gentle’ person is one who listens and observes with humility, does not easily reproach, or pass judgement, and is able to respond to matters with compassion. A ‘gentle’ person also does not hurt anyone or question God in a moment of anger.
People who rely on God can respond to ill intent and injustice with gentleness during difficult times because they deeply believe in God’s protection and care. Because they believe in God with gentleness, so they are made strong in God’s presence.
Such people, when interacting with others, will treat others with gentleness. They are keenly aware of their own shortcomings, readily admit their mistakes with humility and accept criticisms. They will also not allow themselves to become prideful and boastful because of their achievements.
Dear brothers and sisters, should you desire to become a gentle and joyful person, you will need to always equip yourself with God’s word, so that we may live out gentleness in difficult circumstances and enjoy the peace and joy in the Lord!
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“但你们各人要快快的听，慢慢的說，慢慢的动怒。”
冲动之下的言语和决定难免会让人觉得遗憾甚至后悔。而迟疑软弱的回应，更给不了及时的帮助与造就。唯有当你顺服神的引导，并依靠祂随时的帮助，以温柔来与别人相处，你将能体会到人与人相处的温暖！
一位“温柔”的人，会是一位以谦卑的聆听与观察、不轻易责备与论断，且能够以体恤的心来回应所面对的事情。“温柔”的人也不会因一时的愤怒，伤害人或质疑神。
信靠神的人，在责难中，因为深信神的保守与看顾，所以能以温柔回应恶意与不公。在生活中，他也能以温柔与顺服神活出神的道。因为他以温柔依靠神，以至他因着有神的同在而成为刚强。
这样的人在与别人相处时，会以温柔宽容待人。并知道自己的不足，谦卑承认错误并接受批评，他也不会因为自己的成就而骄傲与自夸。
亲爱的弟兄姐妹们，若你想做个温柔的开心人，就必须时时以神的话来装备自己，以至于我们能在逆境中活出温柔，享受在主里的平安与喜乐！