1.1 Defining Humility: Humility is not about thinking less of ourselves, but thinking of ourselves less. It is about recognizing our place in the grand scheme of things and understanding that we are not the center of the universe. Philippians 2:3
1.2 Humility in the Bible: The Bible is filled with examples of humility, from Moses, who was described as the most humble man on earth, to Jesus, who humbled Himself to the point of death on a cross. (Numbers 12 3, (Philippians 2 8) Philippians 2:8
1.3 The Importance of Humility: Humility is not just a nice character trait to have. It is a crucial aspect of our relationship with God. God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. James 4:6
2.1 Humility in our Thoughts: We practice humility in our thoughts by not considering ourselves better than others and by not thinking of ourselves more highly than we ought. Romans 12:3
2.2 Humility in our Words: We practice humility in our words by speaking the truth in love, by not boasting, and by using our words to build others up rather than tear them down. (Ephesians 4 15, (James 4 16, Ephesians 4 29) James 4:16
2.3 Humility in our Actions: We practice humility in our actions by serving others, by being willing to take the lower place, and by not seeking our own way. (Mark 10 45, (Luke 14 10, (1 Corinthians 13 5) 1 Corinthians 13:5
3.1 God's Favor: When we humble ourselves, we attract God's favor. God gives grace to the humble. James 4:6
3.2 Spiritual Growth: Humility is a key to spiritual growth. God guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way. Psalm 25:9
3.3 Exaltation: Humility leads to exaltation. Whoever humbles himself will be exalted. Matthew 23:12
4.1 Through Prayer: We can ask God to give us a humble heart and to help us see our own pride. Psalm 139:23-24
4.2 Through the Word: As we read and meditate on God's Word, we are reminded of our need for humility and of God's call to humility. James 1:21
4.3 Through Community: In the context of community, we have opportunities to practice humility as we serve one another, bear with one another, and submit to one another. (Galatians 5 13, (Colossians 3 13, (Ephesians 5 21) Ephesians 5:21