Let’s talk about humility. One of the ways we can worship our King is through a heart of humility towards Him and others.
What does it mean to be humble? Humility comes from throwing away any sense of pride and instead embracing a heart of service and gratitude. It’s realizing without God, we are nothing. (John 15:4-5) It’s recognizing that God knows better than we do, and embracing His ways over our own. (Isaiah 55:8-9)
Let’s explore a few verses in the Bible that speak about humility:
1 Peter 5:5-6 says, “…all of you clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble. Humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, so that He may exalt you at the proper time, casting all your cares on Him, because He cares for you.”
In Ephesians 4, Paul urges us to, “live worthy of the calling you have received, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, making every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.”
Lastly, Proverbs 16:5 says, “Everyone with a proud heart is detestable to the Lord.”
The Bible is clear: God is looking for us to be humble in heart. He is right there, ready to give us grace when we submit ourselves to Him. He even encourages us to give all our worries and anxiety over to Him, because He deeply loves us.
If you’re ready to recommit to the Lord with a heart of humility, go ahead and pray this prayer with me:
Heavenly Father, as an act of worship, I submit myself to you with a humble heart. Please forgive me for thinking my ways are better than Yours. I choose today to cast all my cares on You, as your Word says, because You tenderly love me. I recommit myself to seeking Your face and listening to your Holy Spirit to lead me and guide me in all truth. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.