Do you find it difficult to be gentle when you feel frustrated?  Maybe a certain friend really knows how to push your buttons, or maybe you feel annoyed when a certain family member points out your faults.  Let’s talk about how to be gentle when you feel annoyed and irritated. How to Be Gentle When You Feel Annoyed “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger” (Proverbs 15:1, NIV). Mom’s Thoughts on How to Be Gentle: Imagine your family is in the car heading home after a long day.  Everyone is tired—everyone except your little brother who took a two-hour nap late in the day. …

Ali watched her little brother chase Mittens, her new kitten. Then he began chasing his own kitten, Spot. When he finally caught Spot, he grabbed her fur, and she hissed. “Gentle!” Mom yelled. “Gentleness is one of the fruits of the Spirit, right?” Ali asked Mom. “Yes, but it’s more than just being nice to your kitten,” said Mom. Ali looked at Mom. “Then how?” she asked in disbelief. “Someone who is considered gentle doesn’t think they’re better than someone else, and they aren’t selfish.” said Mom. “The Bible tells us in Titus 3:2 that we are to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to…