A companion Bible study from Vince Baker Ministries
How do humility and gentleness preserve unity?
Paul calls believers to bear with one another in love and make an effort to keep the unity of the Spirit.
Read the passage in context
- Ephesians 4:1–3 · KJV
The passage moves directly from calling to the way believers handle one another. Read its virtues as ways to act during disagreement.
From the passage to daily life
Patience gives another person time to speak. Gentleness changes how you answer when you believe you are right.
Discussion and reflection
- How do humility and gentleness preserve unity?
Paul calls believers to bear with one another in love and make an effort to keep the unity of the Spirit.
- Can gentleness include a firm disagreement?
Yes. Paul’s later call to speak truth in love gives room for clarity expressed with care.
Put the study into practice
In a disagreement this week, repeat the other person’s concern fairly before answering.
Historical source · SermonIndex transcript attributed to Smith Wigglesworth · Open the archived message
