In Ephesians 4:2 the Apostle Paul expounds upon the overarching appeal for Christians to walk in a manner worthy of their calling. He names four specific attributes that characterize a way of life that is appropriate for the Christian. The first two virtues, humility and gentleness, go hand in hand. Humility is recognizing our absolute dependence upon God which leads to an understanding that no human being is of greater worth than another. This leads to gentleness (meekness) by which we trust God’s sovereign purpose and, therefore, act considerately toward others without compromising the truth.