Qualities that reflect a maturing believer
For the one who is maturing understands, that if those people could see behind the scenes, what manner of spirit was driving them into darkness, they would flee from it’s influence and embrace the King. The maturing believer will pray and intercede, and petition God for their souls. Did you know God is able to pull back the curtain and show the sinner his ways? Sure, He’s depending upon you and me to so maneuver in gentleness that he can reach them before it’s too late.
Love becomes gentle when dealing with those dangling over a precipice. You may be the one that is responsible for them hearing clearly the message of our Lord and escaping an undesirable end.
Colossians 3:12 New International Version (NIV)
12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.