The Strength of Gentleness

In a world where strength is often loud, dominant, and hard-edged, Jesus reveals a different kind of power—gentleness. It’s the kind of strength we often first encounter in the tender, tireless love of a mother. In this Mother’s Day sermon, we explore how the nurturing, comforting, and sacrificial traits of a mother reflect the very heart of God. Through Paul’s surprising maternal metaphor in 1 Thessalonians and Jesus’ compassion-filled ministry, we discover that gentleness is not weakness—it’s strength laid down in love. This isn’t just a celebration of mothers; it’s a call for every disciple to live with a strength that chooses softness for the sake of others.