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Meaning

Unconditional emotion and commitment, God's essence

Deep concern and mindfulness derived from love

Mild attitude, not harsh or forceful

Sensitive quality attentive to others' needs

Pleasant and amiable attitude and speech

Function

Foundation of all virtues, connects people with God and others

Makes love concrete, bringing practical care

Makes one approachable, reduces conflict

Perceives others' feelings, adjusts attitude accordingly

Makes communication pleasant, builds harmony

Distinction

Broader principle of emotion and commitment

More concrete than love, with practical action

Outward attitude and manner of speech

Inner perceptiveness and responsive ability

Expression that gives pleasant feelings

Application

Sacrifice for others, forgiveness, acceptance

Deep care, practical help, consideration

Speaking tactfully, avoiding provocative words

Attending to details, adapting approach as needed

Communicating with gentle, pleasing words

Interrelationship

Foundation and source of other qualities

Practical attitude developed from love

One outward expression of care

Deep manifestation of care and gentleness

Outward expression of gentleness and tenderness

Examples

Jesus crucified for sinners

Good Samaritan caring for the wounded traveler

Ruth's loyalty to Naomi

Paul's deep concern for the Corinthians

Martha and Mary's care for Lazarus

A mother's meticulous care for her child

Jesus' attitude toward the sinful woman

Paul's expression in 2 Cor 7:8

Moses called "the most humble man on earth"

Paul's differentiated treatment of various churches

Jesus sensing and responding to Nicodemus's doubts<br>Ruth's sensitive perception of Naomi's needs

Paul's sweet words in 2 Corinthians

Benjamin's blessing, "his words are sweet"

Jonathan and David's sweet friendship communion

Related Scriptures

1 John 4:8 "God is love"

1 Corinthians 13:4-7 "Love is patient..."

John 3:16 "For God so loved the world..."

2 Cor 7:2-3 "Make room for us..."

1 Thessalonians 2:7-8 "...we were ready to share with you not only the gospel but also our own selves"

Galatians 5:22-23 "The fruit of the Spirit is...gentleness"

2 Cor 7:8 "For though I caused you sorrow by my letter, I do not regret it; though I did regret it"

Ephesians 4:32 "Be kind to one another, tenderhearted"

Paul's tender feelings toward believers in 2 Cor 7:8-9

Proverbs 16:24 "Pleasant words are like honeycomb, sweet to the soul"

Colossians 4:6 "Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt"