Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth;
General references
Bible References
In
Matthew 11:29
"Take my yoke upon you and learn of me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
Galatians 6:1
Even if any one should be overtaken in a fault, brothers, you that are spiritual ought, in a gentle spirit, to restore such a one, each one of you looking to himself, lest you too be tempted.
1 Timothy 6:11
But you, O servant of God, flee from these things, and run after integrity, piety, faith, love, stedfastness, gentleness.
1 Peter 3:15
But consecrate Christ in your hearts, as Lord. Be always in readiness to make and answer to any one who asks you a reason for the hope that is within you, yet with gentleness and reverence.
Instructing
John 5:34
"(Though for myself I accept no witness from man; I only mention that you may be saved.)
Acts 22:1
"Brothers and fathers, listen to the defense which I now make in your presence."
General references
Matthew 12:19
He will not strive nor cry aloud, Nor shall anyone hear is voice in the streets.
Luke 5:32
I am not come to call the righteous but sinners, to repentance."
2 Corinthians 2:11
for your sakes, that I may not be overreached by Satan, for I am not ignorant of his devices.
James 1:20
for a man's anger does not further the righteous purpose of God.