BEING HUMBLE

Colossians 3:12 (NIV) “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”

CLOTHE (def): To cover as if with clothing.

HUMILITY (def): Humble; meek; subdued; submissive.

HUMBLE (def): Marked by meekness or modesty in behavior, attitude, or spirit; not arrogant or prideful.

It can be difficult to be submissive in this life at times. In a world that teaches us to stand up for yourself and fight back, submissiveness comes across as weakness. However, in God’s economy submissive behavior is where our greatest strength lies. It is the humble, meek, modest individual who exemplifies Christ. Taking things by force or pushing to make things happen is not God’s way. We were created with a free will and do not have to listen to God at all if we so choose, but if we submit to His lead and meditate on His precepts, we will find what we are truly looking for in this life. We will find peace.

PEACE (def): Freedom from quarrels and disagreement; harmonious relations; inner contentment; serenity; tranquility.

It takes diligence and patience to achieve a peaceful spirit. In my experience with God, when you ask for peace, many times He will allow a chaotic set of circumstances to test us. In this test He provides a lesson if we are paying close attention. A peaceful, humble spirit is acquired progressively, not instantaneously. We must work for it. Sure, there are times when it is needed right then and there and God certainly does provide it when necessary, however, generally speaking, it is a gradual process.

Being humble or submissive doesn’t mean we ‘roll over’ for someone if they are bullying us or chiding us. We can defend ourselves, but even in our defense we can exhibit meekness. Acquiring a gentle, kind, subdued spirit is a way to show the world Christ. As we strive to be more like our Savior, we will seek to put on these qualities. Ask God to show you how to be humble. Ask Him to show you when and where to be submissive and when not to be. We are precious in God’s sight and He wants us to succeed at being more like Him. God knows it is what will bring us the greatest blessing and Him the most glory. And there is nothing wrong with that.

WALK WITH THE KING AND BE A BLESSING!!