Theme IndexHumility
Humility
Course corrections, apologies, and the dignity of admitting we were wrong.
Apologies, admissions, course corrections18 verses13 reflections
Verses for Humility
So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at the right time he will lift you up in honor.
1 Peter 5:6— NLTRead 1 Peter 5 (NLT)
Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.
2 Corinthians 12:9— NLTRead 2 Corinthians 12 (NLT)
Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
Colossians 3:12— NLTRead Colossians 3 (NLT)2 published reflections — Read the latest: A Floating Barrier in Ceuta Raises an Old Question: Who Counts as Our Neighbor?
Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up in honor.
James 4:10— NLTRead James 4 (NLT)
You must be compassionate, just as your Father is compassionate.
Luke 6:36— NLTRead Luke 6 (NLT)1 published reflection — Read the latest: China Sent Venezuela 80 Tons of Aid. What Does Compassion Across Borders Require?
But among you it will be different. Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first among you must be the slave of everyone else.
Mark 10:43-44— NLTRead Mark 10 (NLT)1 published reflection — Read the latest: Darline Graham Won South Carolina's Runoff. The Harder Work of Servant Leadership Begins Now.
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