For some, the conviction that they "know the truth" produces in them an aggressive attitude that reeks of superiority and is very off-putting. They forget that the One about whom they profess to be witnessing – he who was the truth {John 14:6} – was the most gentle of men. He was gentle and lowly in heart {Matthew 11:29}. But this clearly does not mean that he was a soppy, insipid, and spineless pushover. Christ was full of moral courage and authority, and showed {righteous} anger when necessary. But he was always courteous and respectful. Those of us who find it very difficult to respect or be gentle with those who disagree with us need to put a lot of effort into learning how to be like that.
( John C. Lennox )
[ Against the Flow: The ]
www.QuoteSweet.com