The righteous person seeks to manifest kindness, tenderheartedness, and humility according to which verse?

• A. Colossians 3:12
• B. Galatians 5:22
• C. Ephesians 4:32
• D. Philippians 2:3

Answer: (C)

Being righteous in how we treat others means embodying grace-filled, relational conduct. This verse commands us to be kind to one another and to have a tender heart toward others, while also forgiving one another. It ties these attitudes to the gospel reality that God forgave us in Christ, which is the humility that humbles us to release grievances and extend mercy.

The direct call to kindness and a tender heart makes this verse the best fit for manifesting those two traits, and the forgiveness it enjoins—rooted in Christ’s forgiveness of us—embodies a humble posture toward others. In that sense, humility is expressed through forgiving others as a reflection of God’s grace.

So, this verse captures kindness, a tender heart, and forgiving, humble response all in one succinct directive.