GROW UP #3: Harnessing Your Power

INTRODUCTION
Meekness is a totally misunderstood word today. The original Greek word referred to a wild horse that had been tamed. It’s strength under control. Meek people are self controlled and are in command of their reactions toward life. One facet of maturity is not having a short fuse with a firecracker mindset. The meek person handles life’s hassles with power. You are no longer a victim because you control your choices.

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
1. What do you think of when you hear the word “meek”? Does meek mean weak?
2. Why does today’s society frown on meekness?
3. What are some examples of meekness?
4. The Jews were looking for a leader who would stand up and take charge. Why do we look to strong, powerful leaders to take charge?

THINK ABOUT IT
Peter gives us a glimpse into meekness when he describes what took place at the trials of Jesus, and remember that
Peter was there. In 1 Peter 2:21­24 we see that Jesus was being challenged and mocked even though He committed
no sin. This is the same Jesus who spoke and the waters were still or broke bread and fed 5,000. The same Jesus
commanded demons to depart and the dead to live. Jesus himself showed Peter his meekness or power under control when He told Peter in Matthew 26:53 that He could call down twelve legions of angels to defend Himself. Yet Jesus submitted himself to the Father will.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?
How can I practice meekness this week? List some practical things I can do.

SCRIPTURES TO MEDITATE ON
“The meek shall eat and be satisfied: they shall praise the LORD that seek him: your heart shall live for ever.”
Psalm 22:26

“The meek also shall increase their joy in the LORD, and the poor among men shall rejoice in the Holy One of Israel.”
Isaiah 29:19