Casey B. Hough
Updated Aug 07, 2026
In keeping with the last warning, we conclude by reflecting upon our need to humble ourselves before God.
Philippians 2:3 instructs us to “do nothing that is motivated by selfishness,” but rather in “humility consider others as more important.”
In the same manner, James 4:7 and 10 teach us of our need to “submit to God” and “humble ourselves before Him” so that we might be “exalted by the Lord.”
1 Peter 5:5-6 echoes the same instruction with the promise that God “gives grace to the humble.”
No matter what situation we find ourselves in, the right response is always humility before God.
We cannot and must not exalt ourselves.
If God desires such exaltation for us, it is up to him.
Our responsibility it so be humble before our God.