I Timothy 6:11-12 - How is Timothy told to pursue gentleness but then told to “fight the good fight of faith” in the very next verse?

He was to fight with a spirit of gentleness, not to be overbearing and tear people down in his preaching.

Jesus is the perfect example of meekness (Matthew 11:29. Being meek does not mean that someone cannot help himself and has no authority, power, or ability to be asserted.

We should be gentle when giving spiritual help to someone. (Galatians 6:1

Ephesians 4:2 - What other qualities or actions go along with gentleness?

Humility, patience, tolerance, compassion, kindness, being peacable, being considerate

What are the practical benefits of a Christian being truly meek?

We are pleasing to God.

We make is easier for others to see God’s influence in our lives.

Earthly relationships become more peaceful and harmonious.

Meekness is not weakness. It is the controlled and appropriate use of the authority that comes from God.