Text:
|Luke 14:7-11
Memory Verse:
“For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted” (Luke 14:11).
Truly humble people do not take offence easily or fight back; they turn the other cheek. Yet their humility is not cowardice, for true humility requires courage. It makes you willing to take a lower place than you deserve, to keep quiet about your merits, and to bear slights, insults, and false
accusations for the sake of a higher purpose. True humility does not make you think less of yourself, it just makes you think of yourself less, which is what is expected of all who are called His Children. Peter addresses the subject in these words, “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble. Therefore, humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time” (1 Peter 5:5c&6).
Jesus is the ultimate example of humility. He came to earth as a humble baby and spent his first moments in a manger for animals (Luke 2:6&7). Not only this, but He humbled Himself throughout His sojourn on earth and ultimate sacrifice on the cross because of His love for us. This beautiful display of humility can show us the spirit of humility we should have in our relationship with God and others. Jesus was born as a man and died because of His love for us, so we can show Him our gratitude by giving Him our hearts. Pride disqualifies you from enjoying the favour of God. That is why you need to remind yourself regularly that you owe God everything you are and everything
you have come from Him.
Prayer Points:
1. Lord, I want to remain humble in You always.
2. Lord, help me to be reminded of Your love for me.
