“Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.” – Philippians 4:5, NLT
Devotional Thought:
The world often teaches us that being a man means taking charge, being loud, and proving we’re right—even if that means losing ourselves in the process. But Paul flips the script. He doesn’t say hide your gentleness—he says let it be evident. Let it show.
That kind of strength doesn’t shout. It doesn’t assert itself through power plays or raised voices. True emotional strength is restraint. It’s leading without intimidation, loving without controlling, and choosing silence when your pride wants to speak.
Sometimes the strongest thing you can do is not clap back.
Sometimes the bravest choice is to stay calm when everything in you wants to explode.
Sometimes the most God-honoring move is to let Him handle what your flesh wants to fix.
And the wild part? Nobody may ever see the internal battle you just won. But God saw it. That’s why the verse doesn’t stop with gentleness—it ends with “The Lord is near.” He’s not asking you to be gentle and then leaving you hanging. He’s standing with you in the stillness.
District Elder & Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr. is a seasoned IT Professional and spiritual leader who bridges technology and faith to drive innovation in schools, churches, and communities. With certifications in ITIL, Google Workspace, AI, and church administration, he empowers organizations to thrive through strategic tech integration and leadership.
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Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr.
District Elder & Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr. is a seasoned IT Professional and spiritual leader who bridges technology and faith to drive innovation in schools, churches, and communities. With certifications in ITIL, Google Workspace, AI, and church administration, he empowers organizations to thrive through strategic tech integration and leadership.
