Bible Verses of Gentleness

to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and always to be gentle toward everyone.

Titus 3:2

Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone.

Proverbs 25:15

A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.

Proverbs 15:1

Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.

Philippians 4:5

Therefore, as God`s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.

Colossians 3:12

And the Lord`s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful.

2 Timothy 2:24

By the humility and gentleness of Christ, I appeal to you—I, Paul, who am “timid” when face to face with you, but “bold” toward you when away!

2 Corinthians 10:1

But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness.

1 Timothy 6:11

What do you prefer? Shall I come to you with a rod of discipline, or shall I come in love and with a gentle spirit?

1 Corinthians 4:21