Gentleness When Practicing Wisdom

Everyone wants to be considered as wise and having understanding; to be one who has wisdom. Along with defining two types of wisdom, James instructs his readers to practice with gentleness the wisdom that “comes down from above” (James 1:13-18). The concept of being gentle has to do with being “mild-mannered.” It is not the idea that one cannot be firm in their convictions or their faith; it is not a sign of weakness. Whether one is born with this disposition or it is learned, James e