James 1: 9-11

Like a flower withers in the rays of the scorching summer sun, so is the fate of the rich as they go about their business.  When we spend our time striving, it is as if thriving is our eternal goal and surviving is a mere means to an end. And yet it is opposite in the kingdom: success is fleeting. James teaches us that humility is worth pursuing, as riches hold no eternal value.

Humility isn’t worthlessness; it isn’t defined by burying yourself in the pits. Humility isn’t being a doormat for walkers to rub their feet on and its not abdicating your monetary worth as a means to success.

Humility is a state of your heart; it is a perspective. The perspective to say everything is a result of God. Humility grasps the reality of the need for a Savior and moves forward in thankfulness that empowers others to see the beauty in Our Creator.

Living with a humble heart is the foundation of a godly life.  To live in humility is to reveal the character of God. We must house the perspective to accept that a humble life is a life that embraces less of me and more of Him. A life that says its not about me, its all about Christ.

Sure, humility may mean picking up trash in the school parking lot or thanking God as you accept a sales award on the main stage. But these outward actions are not of as much concern as the true state of the heart that they are made with is. Are you doing what you do to show others that you are humble? That’s false humility and that’s a detriment to society.

True humility comes from a desire to serve God wholly. True humility cares only for the glorification of God. True humility is keeping the main thing the main thing, no hidden backdoors or agendas.

When we come to the table with a humble heart, we can come with boldness in assurance, as we rely on God not our own abilities. When we are humble God can influence, impact and change the very world around us.