In what ways does God work in our lives to make us what we ought to be? What are some examples in your life where God used gentleness with you when He could have been much harsher?
When others speak wrongfully of you, what do you do? Do you take that time to ask God if what is being said is true? Do you turn to God and ask Him to search your heart for any wrong doing? You may be surprised what God would do in your heart during the times when you have been done wrong.