The Power of Gentleness - Story
A few years ago, I met a man named Thomas, a gentle soul who worked as a gardener in our community. On the surface, his...
This is stories & illustrations on gentleness and obedience, drawing on Philippians 4:13. It carries an emotional tone of hope, encouragement and awe.
A few years ago, I met a man named Thomas, a gentle soul who worked as a gardener in our community. On the surface, his job might seem simple, but in his hands, it was a canvas for God’s artistry. Thomas had a remarkable ability to coax life from the most stubborn of soils. He would often say, “Plants are like us; they need proper care and time to grow.…
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