by Susan Barnes | 10 Mar 2023 | Book Reviews
The title of Scott Sauls’ latest book is based on Proverbs 15:1, “A gentle answer turns away wrath.” It’s a well-written discussion on why gentleness is more likely to achieve a peaceful resolution to relational tensions. While I appreciated Saul’s insights, there...
by Susan Barnes | 27 Feb 2023 | Short Devotion
“They claim to know God, but by their actions they deny him. They are detestable, disobedient and unfit for doing anything good.” Titus 1:16 If we claim to be in relationship with God, our actions will show the truth of our claim. While we aren’t saved by what we do,...
by Susan Barnes | 6 Feb 2023 | Short Devotion
“The Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful. Opponents must be gently instructed, in the hope that God will grant them repentance leading them to a knowledge of the truth.” 2 Timothy 2:24-25 When Paul needed...
by Susan Barnes | 3 Oct 2022 | Short Devotion
“You know that we dealt with each of you as a father deals with his own children, encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God.” 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12 Christian leaders are to be known for their gentleness, not for their resolve or...
by Susan Barnes | 10 Apr 2022 | Short Devotion
“By the humility and gentleness of Christ, I appeal to you … I beg you that when I come I may not have to be as bold as I expect to be toward some people who think that we live by the standards of this world.” 2 Corinthians 10:1-2 Paul’s first response is to imitate...
by Susan Barnes | 18 Sep 2017 | Bible Verses - Topics
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