Stories and Anecdotes - Gentlemen

     George Washington and General Lafayette were walking together one morning when they were greeted by a slave.  The old man tipped his hat and said, “Good mo’nin, Gen’l Washington.”  Immediately George Washington removed his hat, bowed, and answered, “Good morning to you, and I hope you have a pleasant day.”  General Lafayette was shocked, but when he recovered his composure he exclaimed, “Why did you bow to a slave?”  Washington smiled and replied, “I would not allow him to be a better gentleman than I.”  In our day, we rarely refer to men as being gentle.  But gentleness is a character trait that results from the indwelling Spirit of God in our lives! Consider this approach in thinking of yourself as a gentleman.

G  ---- Gracious and good   
E  ----  Engaging, willing to listen
N  ----  Nice to others, regardless of who they are
T  ----  Taking the time to move at another’s pace
L  ----  Loving
E  ----  Endearing by acts of kindness and goodwill