Sermons

Introduction:

In the Gospel of Matthew Jesus said to the people, "Come to me, all you who are struggling hard and carrying heavy loads, and I will give you rest. Put on my yoke, and learn from me. I'm gentle and humble. And you will find rest for yourselves. My yoke is easy to bear, and my burden is light."

In times of stress and frustration, these are reassuring words. The gentleness of Christ is appreciated. But we live in a world that is not often gentle. People speak in harsh words. Being wronged often turns to violence. Our society rewards power, often gained by ways not entirely moral.
Being gentle goes against the grain, but that's what we are called to be. The Greek word for gentleness can also be translated as meekness and humility. It's good to be meek. Meekness, isn't weakness..in fact, it's strength!