Posts with the category “humility”

11/30/2024“Rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross!”– Philippians 2:7-8 (NIV)In this passage, Paul paints a vivid picture of Jesus’ selfless humility. Though He was fully God, Jesus “made himself nothing,” voluntarily stepping ...  Read More

11/10/2024“Humility is the fear of the Lord; its wages are riches and honor and life.”– Proverbs 22:4 (NIV)In today’s fast-paced world, we often find ourselves chasing success, status, and wealth. But Proverbs 22:4 reminds us that true “riches and honor and life” come not from the pursuit of earthly gains, but from the humble reverence and awe we have for God. The “fear of the Lord” here isn’t abo...  Read More

11/8/2024“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.”– Philippians 2:3 (NIV)In our world, self-promotion, personal success, and the quest for validation are everywhere. From social media highlights to career ambitions, it’s easy to fall into a mindset focused on advancing ourselves. But Philippians 2:3 calls us to a different path, one of...  Read More

10/29/2024“Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ.”- Galatians 1:10 (NIV)In today’s verse, Paul brings us face-to-face with a question that’s both timeless and deeply personal: Are we living for the applause of others, or the approval of God? Paul’s message is clear...  Read More

9/8/2024"Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love."— Ephesians 4:2 (NIV)Today’s verse calls us to embody humility, gentleness, and patience—qualities that can be challenging in our fast-paced, often self-centered world. Ephesians 4:2 encourages us to walk in a manner worthy of our calling as followers of Christ. But what does that look like in our daily lives?F...  Read More

9/6/2024"Do not rebuke an older man harshly, but exhort him as if he were your father. Treat younger men as brothers, older women as mothers, and younger women as sisters, with absolute purity."- 1 Timothy 5:1-2 (NIV)In this passage, the apostle Paul gives Timothy, a young pastor, practical guidance on how to relate to various members of his church community. Paul emphasizes the importance of trea...  Read More

7/2/2024"Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits." - Proverbs 18:21 (ESV)Words are incredibly powerful. They have the capacity to build up or tear down, to heal or to hurt, to encourage or to discourage. Proverbs 18:21 reminds us that our tongues can wield both death and life, and the outcomes depend on how we choose to use them. This verse undersco...  Read More

3/29/2024"Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need." - Hebrews 4:16 ESVAs we reflect on Good Friday, a day marked by the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross, Hebrews 4:16 invites us to approach the throne of grace with confidence. This verse reminds us of the profound truth that because of Christ's sa...  Read More

3/28/2024"If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another's feet." - John 13:14 ESVToday is Thursday of Holy Week, a day when we remember the Last Supper and Jesus' ultimate act of love and service to his disciples.In this passage, we are reminded of Jesus' profound act of humility and service to his disciples. We read the story today of us Jesus, the So...  Read More

3/16/2024"Even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." - Matthew 20:28 ESVAdmittedly, many of us prefer to be served rather than to serve others. We crave the feeling of significance and being esteemed over the humility of serving. Yet, while God has indeed bestowed upon us uniqueness, importance, and His own image, His children cannot exem...  Read More

12/02/2023"For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast."- Ephesians 2:8-9 ESVHere in this passage, the apostle Paul beautifully captures the essence of the Gospel - the good news of our salvation through Jesus Christ. These two verses hold profound truths that can transform our understanding ...  Read More