But when you are invited, go and sit in the lowest place, so that when your host comes he may say to you, ‘Friend, move up higher.’ Then you will be honored in the presence of all who sit at table with you.
Luke 14:10
Jesus recognizes that true humility is a mark of exceptional character. God can do the most with those who think of themselves the least. He exalts the person who is truly humble.
This was something that Jesus Himself modeled. He humbled Himself. He made Himself a servant. Jesus was obedient to the Father in every way, even submitting to the cross as an act of supreme love, humility, and sacrifice.
Pride was the original sin. It would make sense that humility is the mark of a repentant, obedient, forgiven heart in Jesus. It is amazing how much regular humility from one person can affect so many others for the good over time. It may be the ultimate dividend with blessings into eternity!
“The reward for humility and fear of the LORD is riches and honor and life”. Proverbs 22:4
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