1 Peter 5:5-7 “You younger men, likewise, be subject to your elders; and all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, for GOD IS OPPOSED TO THE PROUD, BUT GIVES GRACE TO THE HUMBLE. Therefore, humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you at the proper time, casting all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.”

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In my walk with Jesus, I have met two types of Christians: the proud who think themselves humble, and the humble who fear they are proud. There should be another type. Those who forget themselves and leave their lives up to the will and want of Jesus.  This third type refuses to waste any effort in making themselves good and allows God to do a good work in them.

The truly humble person does not expect to find virtue in himself, and when he finds no merit, he is not disappointed. He knows that any good deed he may do is the result of God working within him.  This low ideal becomes an unconscious way of life. He has given up all the struggle. He allows himself to give up living up to others expectations.  They can relax and count upon the Holy Spirit to fulfill the moral law within them.  To this third group is a reward of justice while the other two groups face it.

Lord, it is very difficult to “put on humility” in a culture that idolizes self-promotion and individuality. I invite You to do a work in me, Lord, molding my life to be a useful instrument in Your hands.

#JustLarry