2 Timothy 2:25
Those who oppose him he must gently instruct, in
the hope that God will grant them repentance leading
them to a knowledge of the truth
1 Peter 3:15
. . . Always be
prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the
reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness
and respect
1 Peter 3:4
Instead, it should be that of your inner self, the
unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which
is of great worth in God’s sight.
Proverbs 15:1
A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
The power of gentleness is expounded in this proverb:
Proverbs 25:15
Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue
can break a bone.
Galatians 6:1
Brothers, if someone is caught in a sin, you who are
spiritual should restore him gently. But watch yourself, or you
also may be tempted.