Bible Text: Isaiah 42:1-7 and Matthew 21:1-7 | Preacher: Pastor Jim Keough | Series: O the Places You’ll Go!, THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT | or “The Gentle Strength of Jesus”. Gentleness is usually thought of as being weak, mild or non-assertive. Consider, however, that gentleness is a fruit of God’s Holy Spirit. It is God being active in our lives and His gentleness requires the strength of self-control, thoughtfulness, tact, and concern.