Meekness is not weakness. Many times meekness is thought of as the
opposite of strength. A person may not
think it’s a compliment if they are described as meek. The word meek comes from the Greek word prauß (praus), which means mildness of disposition, gentleness of spirit,
strength under control. It might
be thought of in terms of domesticating an animal for work in the field because
of its strength. The horse yields to the
farmer, it has a teachable spirit.
So it is with us. A
meek person has the ability to use one’s gifts to build up rather than tear
down. People who are meek are those who
listen to you, who make you feel special and appreciated. Their focus is not on themselves, but on others
and on God’s work. People who are meek
are happy to submit to God. There is an openness to what the Lord wants to
give, Christ is in control.
Again, we have a paradox…it is only in releasing ownership of
the earth (something that will not last!) that we realize that it is a gift to
us to care for, treasure and enjoy.
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