March 2, 2010

  • Meekness is Strength


    I have been studying meekness recently…the thoughts and words are not mine but those from the study guide that I have been using....and they are words that have added a new dimension and understanding of the word meekness for me….I have to share the blessing if you have time to read.

     

     




    On the weekend I couldn’t resist going out and getting some photos of the signs of spring coming on the campus where I live…enjoy!


     

     

    What is meekness? It’s an attitude of humility toward God and gentleness toward people—when we recognize that God is in control and that we can trust Him, even when things don’t go the way we would like, which is so often the case. To be meek, one needs confidence, not in oneself but in the Lord.


     

    Meekness, rather, is the result of a per­son’s conscious choice to trust in God and lean on Him, as opposed to pushing for one’s own ways. Thus, meekness arises out of strength, not weakness.


     

    Meekness is the absolute ceasing to fight for our agenda and believ­ing that God will fight on our behalf for His. Meekness is the opposite of self-assertiveness and self-interest. It stems from trust in God’s goodness and control over the situation.


     

    The meek person is not occu­pied with self—an attitude that’s key to the promise of finding rest for our souls. After all, aren’t our turmoil and agitation so often due to seeking only for ourselves and what we want? In  the truest sense, then, a meek person is one who has learned to die to self, and that takes faith, courage, and perseverance.

     

     


    Meekness will be manifested in how we relate to others. That is, it’s something that is active, something that will reveal itself in our words, attitudes, and actions.

     


     

    Meekness is a fruit of the Spirit, it’s something that comes to us from God and not from ourselves. Nevertheless, we need the daily surrender to the Lord, the daily willingness to obey in faith, in order for meekness to be made manifest in our lives.


     

     

    A meek person isn’t concerned with lifting himself up before men but rather lifting God up. As a result, God promises to exalt the one who is meek.

     




    The peace of Christ, the peace of Christ—money cannot buy it, brilliant talent cannot command it, intellect cannot secure it; it is the gift of God. The religion of Christ—how shall I make all understand their great loss if they fail to carry its holy principles into the daily life? The meekness and lowliness of Christ is the Christian’s power. It is indeed more precious than all things which genius can create or wealth can buy. Of all things that are sought, cherished, and culti­vated, there is nothing so valuable in the sight of God as a pure heart, a disposition imbued with thankfulness and peace.



     

    What are your thoughts?

     

Comments (17)

  • What a beauuuuutiful post; both words and pictures! I'm so glad I popped in! Hugs.......

  • wonderful....meekness....one of those words we throw around so lightly.  The world wants to equate meekness with weakness.

    Thanks for reminding me that it is born of strength and assurance!  Love this.   Beautiful pictures too.

  • Yes, beautiful! Blossoms of spring -- growth -- humble beginning leading to profuse color -- meekness leading to strength.

  • I love the words in this post - but the pictures are just as good.

  • Lord, help us to choose meekness! Thank you. This was excellent.

  • Simple and beautiful and true. The pictures remind me of Korea.

  • Gorgeous pics - can't wait to see some of that around here - seems like a long way off yet :(

    Just last evening I was reflecting on the feeling of security that comes from being able to trust God - trust that he is in control.I'm so thankful that I don't have to live this life in my own strength!  What a relief to be able to lean on Him.

  • What a wonderful post....the quotes were such a blessing to me this morning and your pictures are beautiful.  I don't hear much about meekness (compared to the rest of the fruit of the Spirit)...thanks for giving me something to meditate on this morning.  Because of Him~  Shanda

  • Amen :) excellent post

  • Beautiful pictures.

  • Incredibly beautiful and so true. Thank you for sharing.

  • Thank you

  • Beautiful post and pictures.  I sometimes skip over meekness whenever I remember the fruits of the spirit, I don't know why.  I agree with one of the other comments above I relate meekness to weakness, so sad to say.  Thanks for sharing your words and giving me a little golden nugget of truth for my day!

  • Very Good!! This post has really blessed me...thank you God...it is wonderful to rest in HIM. Thank you for sharing.

  • I've been pondering having a "meek and quiet spirit" lately, thank you for giving me more to think on.

  • I like your glimpses of spring. We are still waiting here.

    I like your thoughts: meekness isn't absorbed in self. Oh yes, Lord.....help me to embrace Your meekness.

  • BEAUTIFUL~ your words. the pictures. everything.

    i'm going to write this down, "Meekness
    is the opposite of self-assertiveness and self-interest. It stems from
    trust in God’s goodness and control over the situation."

    good good stuff. thanks so much for sharing. i really enjoy your writing.

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