You Are at Your Most Powerful When You Humble Yourself
Read Philippians 2:8-9
Today’s Truth
This is the same example Jesus set for us. Though Jesus was one with God, he “did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross” (Philippians 2:8-9).
Jesus left heaven to be born as a helpless baby. He suffered a horrific death He did not deserve so we could have a relationship with the Father like He did. Jesus didn’t have to die. He chose to die. In humbling Himself to God’s will, Jesus gave up His earthly life so we could experience eternal life.
Discussion Questions
- What would it look like to humble yourself? What would need to change in your life?
- What is one way you can humble yourself and serve someone today? This week?
Application
When we bend our will to God’s will, we see God’s power and fall more in love with His character. Jesus-level humility takes time. But as we learn to trust God, He gives us the ability to want to give more of ourselves to Him. That’s a promise from Philippians 2:13 (NLT), “God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him.”
So the next time the Holy Spirit prompts you to serve someone — to cut the neighbor’s grass or send an encouraging note to a coworker — do it. Your simple act of humility could create an opportunity for that person to see God in a whole new way. Your “yes” to God might be their answered prayer.
