Humility 2

Lesson on Humility

Introduction
Humility is a fundamental virtue in the Christian faith. It is the quality of being humble and selfless, recognizing our need for God's grace and our dependence on Him.

Philippians 2:3 Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself.

**2. Rooted in Christ's Example
In the life of Christ, true humility was perfectly exemplified. He came to a world all seared and marred with the curse, and took upon Him our nature.

Philippians 2:5-8 Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross.

True Greatness Lies in Humility

Matthew 18:4

4. Cultivating a Humble Heart
   The crown of life is promised to the overcomer. Let us be determined to be victors. As followers of Christ, let us seek to cultivate love and humility.

James 4:10

5. Humility in Service
   We are not to be self-sufficient but humble, meek, and lowly in heart, clothed with the righteousness of Christ.

1 Peter 5:5-6

As Saul yielded himself fully to the convicting power of the Holy Spirit, he saw the mistakes of his life and recognized the far-reaching claims of the law of God. He who had been a proud Pharisee, confident that he was justified by his good works, now bowed before God with the humility and simplicity of a little child, confessing his own unworthiness and pleading the merits of a crucified and risen Saviour. Saul longed to come into full harmony and communion with the Father and the Son; and in the intensity of his desire for pardon and acceptance he offered up fervent supplications to the throne of grace. . AA 119.2

In connection with his instruction to those in positions of trust in the church, the apostle outlined some general principles that were to be followed by all who were associated in church fellowship. The younger members of the flock were urged to follow the example of their elders in the practice of Christlike humility: “Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble. Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time: casting all your care upon Him; for He careth for you. Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: whom resist steadfast in the faith.” . AA 527.3

John and Judas are representatives of those who profess to be Christ's followers. Both these disciples had the same opportunities to study and follow the divine Pattern. Both were closely associated with Jesus and were privileged to listen to His teaching. Each possessed serious defects of character; and each had access to the divine grace that transforms character. But while one in humility was learning of Jesus, the other revealed that he was not a doer of the word, but a hearer only. One, daily dying to self and overcoming sin, was sanctified through the truth; the other, resisting the transforming power of grace and indulging selfish desires, was brought into bondage to Satan. . AA 558.1

Humility, is a foundational principle for every Christian. By following Christ's example, recognizing our dependence on God, and humbling ourselves in service, we can strive to lead lives that reflect the true essence of humility. In doing so, we draw closer to God and experience the blessings of His grace.