Mildness - How Does It Benefit Us? - WHAT IS MILDNESS?

 

Mildness is an inner, peaceful disposition. A mild person deals with others in a gentle, kind way and is able to face life's irritations with calmness and self-control.

Mildness is a sign of inner strength. The Greek word for "mildness" was used to describe a wild horse that has been tamed.  The strength of the horse remains, but patient training has bridled its raw power. Likewise, when we display mildness, we tame our unruly nature and deal peaceably wit others.

'I am not a mild person by nature,' we may think. We do live in a world where aggression and impatience are common, so we may find it a challenge to display a mild spirit. (Romans 7:19)  Clearly, it requires effort to cultivate mildness, But Jehovah's holy spirit will help us to strengthen our resolve to reach our goal. (Galatians 5:22, 23)  Why should we make the effort to cultivate mildness? 

Mildness is a quality that attracts people.   As Sara, quoted above, observed, we feel relaxed in the company of a mild-tempered person.  Jesus is an outstanding example of a mild and kind person.   (2 Corinthians 10:1)  Even children who hardly know him wanted to be close to him. - MARK 10:13- 16. 

Mildness protects us as well as those around us.   If we are mild, we do not quickly get frustrated or react angrily.  (Proverbs 16:32) We thus avoid feelings of guilt that arise after we hurt someone-especially a person whom we love. And mildness protects those around us from suffering because of our unrestrained spirit.

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