Matthew 5:3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
Luke 6:20 “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.”
Proverbs 3:34 “He mocks proud mockers but gives grace to the humble.”
Isaiah 57:15 “I live in a high and holy place, but also with him who is contrite and lowly in spirit, to revive the spirit of the lowly and to revive the heart of contrite.”
James 4:10 “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.”
Philippines 2:3 “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves.”
Jesus first instructs us to be poor in spirit. This means to put away your pride and personal independence. Don’t be self-centered. Instead, we should humble ourselves. Submit yourself to God. Recognize that you do not have full authority, but he does. Realize that he created the world and everything in it. Understand that he in control of everything. Give him credit where credit is due. Turn to him in times of trouble. Then, yield to his authority and will. Have faith that he only wants the best for you. Also, humble yourself by recognizing that your worth comes from God alone. All of your talents and abilities are gifts from him. Without him, you can do nothing. With him, you can move mountains. Realize that your power and strength is not your own. God will bless those who humble themselves before him. Stop focusing on yourself when God is so much bigger than you. Realign your thoughts to him and seek ways to serve him.
