VOT: May 16, 2023 The Glory and Beauty of Humility. Heaven’s template”

VOT: May 16, 2023 The Glory and Beauty of Humility. Heaven’s template” Humility is not stupidity. To men it might appear to be, but to God, it is the greatest wisdom we can demonstrate to mankind on earth. Heaven applauds us and promotes us when we live a life of total humility. Our crown is reserved for us in Heaven just as our saviour Jesus Christ received His crown and so many others who had to humble themselves to serve man. Jesus set a good example by laying down His blessed life for mankind. He gave His life freely to man as a demonstration of the love He Has for us. We are called to follow the good example Jesus set while on earth in human flesh. When we humble ourselves, we will see the mighty hand of God in action in all areas of our lives. It takes humility to accept wrong sometimes when you are right just to be at peace with all men. Sometimes we are made to suffer for what we are innocent of, just like Jesus did. Humility simply means we must subdue our flesh to come under the dictates of the indwelling spirit of God in us. To drop offence and forgive even when it is difficult is a sign of humility. Just like Jesus did, Joseph, David and so many others did you can choose humility and see yourself exalted just as they were to their Palace or throne. Humility promotes peace and unity. Psalm 133 Acronym of Humility H: Heart. It starts from the heart. A pure and contrite heart the Lord will not despise. Hallow the name of God by a heart of worship. Help from above. Looking on to God U: Under the mighty hand of God M: Meekness or teachable spirit I: Intentional L: Love of Christ; Learn from God’s Word I: Integrity of Heart and a contrite spirit. Joseph and David. T: Trust God totally Y: Yield totally to the Holy Spirit “But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.” James‬ ‭4‬:‭6‬ ‭KJV. “The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: A broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise.” Psalm‬ ‭51‬:‭17‬ ‭KJV‬‬. “The eternal God is thy refuge