Gentle Jesus
Jesus, meek and gentle,
Son of God most high,
Gracious, loving Savior,
Hear Thy children’s cry.
This little hymn, written in 1836, unintentionally creates a confusing picture of Jesus. Granted, Jesus did say, "I am meek and lowly in heart" (Matthew 11:29). However, words like "meek" evolve in meaning over time.
Timid, mild, weak, and docile could be considered synonyms for meekness today. However, none of these words accurately describe someone from the first century, especially Jesus.
In biblical times, meekness was a gentle disposition that defined a powerful person who remained in control. Meekness is a fruit of the Spirit and the secret to having it all. That's why Jesus said, "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth" (Matthew 5:8).

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