Humbling Ourselves
If we are not careful, pride can flow in and overtake our lives. We begin to think more highly of ourselves than we ought. May God help us as we go into churches to have a humble servants heart. God still resists the proud but give grace to the humble. Today may our hearts be humbled in the mighty presence of God.
Some of us are aware of “a little pride” in our lives and excuse it as harmless and insignificant. However, when we are proud, God will oppose us until we follow His instructions to “humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time” (I Peter 5:6).
Some of the practical ways in which we can humble ourselves are to:
- Quickly acknowledge faults and shortcomings, and ask forgiveness of those whom we have hurt or offended.“Confess your faults one to another …” (James 5:16).
- Cheerfully volunteer to do menial tasks at home, at church, or anywhere you see a need. Also, express sincere appreciation to others who carry out these tasks.
- Be willing to associate with people who are usually overlooked or treated with disdain by others. Spend time with them, invite them to a meal, take interest in their lives, and look for ways you can be a blessing to them.
- Look for qualities to praise in the people around you. “… In lowliness of mind let each esteem other[s] better than themselves” (Philippians 2:3).
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