The Meekness of our Lord

Main Point:  The Word of God instructs us to be Meek.  Jesus set the example of Meekness.  Those who are meek will be used by God to bring Glory to His name.

Scriptures on Meekness:
Matthew 5:5. Blessed are the meek, they will inherit the earth.
Galatians 5:22-23.  Meekness is a fruit of the Spirit.
Philippians 2:3. Lowliness of Mind, serving others with respect
Psalm 25:9. The Lord will teach the meek.

Concepts of Meekness:

• Not weakness:
• Meekness is often misunderstood as weakness, but it is actually a controlled strength that trusts in God.
• Submission to God:
• Meekness involves submitting one's will to God's will and relying on His guidance.
• Humility and Gentleness:
• Meekness is closely related to humility and gentleness.
• Endurance and Patience:
• Meekness involves enduring hardship and injustice patiently, without anger or retaliation.
• Seeking God's Guidance:
• The meek are those who seek God's guidance and are open to His teaching.

Jesus is our example of Meekness:
Matthew 26: 47-52.
V53.  Jesus could have put a stop to his death on the cross
V54.  Though Jesus had the power and strength to stop his death on the cross, Jesus meekly surrendered to death because of “love’ for mankind.
 
Pastor’s Thoughts:

• The Word of God instructs us to be Meek. 
• Jesus set the example of Meekness. 
• Those who are meek will be used by God to bring Glory to His name.

 
Conclusion:

• Whatever circumstance you are in.  Submit to God in the spirit of meekness and trust that God will bring victory out of any circumstance in your life.
• Praise and Worship King Jesus in the spirit of meekness.
• Fight for your secret place with God in the spirit of meekness.
• Serve others in the spirit of meekness.