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Humble Beginning

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Good morning

Scripture Reading: Matthew 18:1-5

Worship Song: Cry For Humility

 


Meditation:

    When the disciples asked who the greatest in the Kingdom of heaven is, Jesus gently taught them that true greatness isn't about power but about humility. He explained that to enter the Kingdom, requires us to become like little children. Jesus taught two fundamental principles required to enter the Kingdom of Heaven. The principles of conversion and remaining humble emphasized the need for meekness and surrendered obedience to God, much like a child's trusting dependence. 

    Conversion involves a shift in perspective and a change in desire, moving away from worldly pursuits and aligning oneself with God's will. And to be humble is to display meekness or modesty in behavior, attitude, or spirit, not arrogance or pride. When we are truly humble, we do not boast about our possessions but rather boast about our relationship with the Lord God. When we are converted, we are no longer conformed to the things of the world but transformed and renewed, desiring only that which is pleasing and acceptable to God. Let us come before the Lord God with humility as little children, recognizing that those who exalted themselves will be abased, and he that shall humble himself will be exalted.

 Let's Pray

    Omnipotent, omnipresent, all-knowing God, I come before you, petitioning your throne room and beseeching you, Lord Jesus, to fix me like only you know how. Heavenly Father, if I am too high, bring me down; if I have exalted myself before you, Lord, correct me. Almighty God, if pride and arrogance are hindering me from humbling myself before you, I beseech you to break those hindering spirits and renew a right spirit within me. Father, if at any time worldly achievements should hinder me from humbling myself before you, I beseech you, Lord, to bring me to a place where I will be abased and you be exalted. Father, give me enough grace that I may continue to humble myself under your mighty hand. Lord, grant me a spirit that is humble, submissive, and utterly dependent on you, desiring to live by your commands and precepts. Lord, hear my humble cry in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen. 

 Wishing you a joyful day. 👏💕🙏

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