The Daily Fountain Devotional of the Church Of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) 14 May 2024
TOPIC: In Humility
TEXT: Philippians 2: 1-4(AMP)
2:1. SO BY whatever [appeal to you there is in our mutual dwelling in Christ, by whatever] strengthening and consoling and encouraging [our relationship] in Him [affords], by whatever persuasive incentive there is in love, by whatever participation in the [Holy] Spirit [we share], and by whatever depth of affection and compassionate sympathy,
2:2. Fill up and complete my joy by living in harmony and being of the same mind and one in purpose, having the same love, being in full accord and of one harmonious mind and intention.
2:3. Do nothing from factional motives [through contentiousness, strife, selfishness, or for unworthy ends] or prompted by conceit and empty arrogance. Instead, in the true spirit of humility (lowliness of mind) let each regard the others as better than and superior to himself [thinking more highly of one another than you do of yourselves].
2:4. Let each of you esteem and look upon and be concerned for not [merely] his own interests, but also each for the interests of others.
Anglican Daily Fountain Devotional 14 May 2024 STUDY:
Humility is the state of being selfless, meek and modest. It involves putting other people first and considering them better than oneself. In our text today, Apostle Paul admonished the Philippian church to do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain pride. To be humble means to acknowledge God’s assistance and contribution of others in one’s life and be ready to accord glory to God almighty and appreciate every assistance received from others in our successes. Without God, we cannot accomplish anything (John 15: 5).
A full understanding of this fact will help us to know that whatever we have or are capable of doing comes from God. This understanding will make it easier for us to acknowledge the grace of God and never look down on others or feel superior to them.
We must understand that no one is independent of God and other people, in fact, our strength and ability flow from God and people around us. We must never forget that God gives grace to the humble but resists the proud (James 4: 6). How beautiful life would be ifall we do and say is done in humility! The church of God will be edified and more grace will be released from heaven. Make humility your watchword!
PRAYER: Father in Heaven, teach me the humility to to consider others better than myself, Amen.
THOUGHT FOR TODAY: God says “I am a very present help for you in times of trouble. Psalm 46:1”