Philippians 2:3 says: "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves." In today's social media age, where everyone showcases their best side, humility seems to have become an outdated quality.
But Jesus demonstrated with His life what true greatness is. Though He was God, He humbled Himself to become human, even dying on the cross. Paul calls this "emptying Himself"—complete self-emptying. This is the greatest act of humility in history.
I once thought humility was a sign of weakness, a mark of lacking confidence. But I later discovered that true humility requires tremendous strength. It requires us to overcome our self-centered nature and choose others' needs over our own desires.
Humble people don't think poorly of themselves; they rarely think of themselves at all. They focus on serving others and glorifying God. When I began serving quietly at church—cleaning bathrooms, moving chairs, helping new members—I found unprecedented joy.
At work, humility means admitting our mistakes, learning from others, and not fighting for credit. In relationships, humility means apologizing first, forgiving first, serving first. In spiritual life, humility means acknowledging our complete dependence on God's grace.
James 4:6 tells us: "God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble." When we humble ourselves, we make room for God to work. A proud heart is closed, but a humble heart is open, ready to receive God's grace and be used by Him.
Let us pursue this counter-cultural quality, because in God's kingdom, the humble are truly great.
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