Someone who is
humble is not proud or haughty; not arrogant or assertive, but in
submission.
“In humility count
others more significant than yourselves.” (Philippians 2:3) Humility is displayed in how we view
ourselves and how we think of others. A humble heart puts others first, but a
proud heart looks down on others. A humble person values other people.
A humble person has
a teachable spirit. (Psalm 25:9) That person is looking to learn from others
and views every situation as an opportunity to learn.
A humble person has
a listening heart. (Psalm 34:2) This demonstrates that each person is important
and valued.
Paul, when writing
to the Philippians, gives a list of his credentials. All the things that he
could boast in but he did not boast rather he considered it rubbish, worth
nothing. (Philippians 3:4-8) Paul calls himself the foremost sinner. (I Timothy
1:15) In this way Paul displays
his humility.
Christ is the
ultimate example of humility in leaving heaven and coming to earth, taking on
the form of a man. His death was a humble and obedient death. (Philippians
2:5-8)
A humble heart views others as God views
them. A humble heart understands God’s grace.
Do you walk humbly
before the Lord? Do you value what you can learn from others? You can practice
humility by listening and learning from others, and from serving others.
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