The Power of Meekness

Main Idea: The meekness produced from a right understanding of God's grace is essential for righteousness.

Introduction:

meekness:

Position of weakness

Posture of humility

Practice of gentleness

I. Our position: Know your father as the source of all righteousness and yourself as both sinner and saint. (12-19a)

II. Our posture: Let your communication reflect what you know about your righteous Father and your sinful self. (19b-20)

III. Our practice: Continue to lay aside your defeated sin as you eagerly take hold of the life-giving word.