Prayer about Humility
Introduction
Humility is a virtue that allows us to see and accept ourselves as we truly are, enabling us to appreciate others more genuinely. It promotes gratitude and acknowledgment of the divine supremacy of the Lord. Now more than ever, it is essential to cultivate humility through prayer. Prayer is a divine communication tool that facilitates spiritual growth and fosters a closer relationship with God. It brings tranquility, offers solace, and provides a platform to express gratitude and seek guidance.
Prayer
Dear Lord, I come to You today with a heart yearning for humility. I acknowledge that everything I have and everything I am is because of Your enduring love and infinite mercy. Help me, Lord, to possess a humble spirit, a spirit that does not boast in accomplishments, but in Your infinite grace.
Please guide me, Heavenly Father, so that I am not blinded by pride nor consumed by ego. Instead, let me remain grounded, recognizing that all my skills, talents, and achievements are by Your design. I pray that You place in my heart a desire to serve others with kindness and humility, acknowledging their worth just as You do.
Grant me, Lord, the ability to take a step back and let You lead my life. As Proverbs 22:4 says, “Humility is the fear of the Lord; its wages are riches and honor and life.” Let me hold onto these wise words and strive to incorporate humility in my every action.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Conclusion
Cultivating humility through prayer places us in a better position to understand and fulfil God’s plan for us. It loosens the chains of the ego, liberating us to appreciate and love others more genuinely. A humble person is compassionate and kind, attributes that mirror the heart of God.
Remember, every time you demonstrate humility, you’re reflecting the character of Jesus Christ, who, although was God Himself, came down to serve us. To grow in humility and other virtues, join our short bible study sessions at BGodInspired.com.
Together, let’s continue to grow our relationship with God and each other, fostering communities of love, acceptance, and humility.
Journaling – Your Pathway to Purposeful Mornings!
Journal Prompts about Humility
1. Reflect on a time when you showed humility as taught in Proverbs 11:2: “When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with the humble is wisdom”. How did this experience change you?
2. Write about how you can apply Philippians 2:3 in your life: “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves”.
3. Challenge yourself to live according to Matthew 23:12: “For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted”. Write about any specific actions you can take to embody this scripture.
4. Reflect on a situation where you showed humility. How did it correlate with James 4:6: “But He gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble”.
5. Write about your understanding of the lesson in humility found in the washing of the disciples’ feet by Jesus (John 13:14–17). How can you apply this lesson in your daily life?
6. Reflect on 1 Peter 5:5: “All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble”. How has this scriptural command played out in your life?
7. Consider Ephesians 4:2: “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love”. How can this teaching help improve your relationships with others?
8. Reflect on how the words of Jesus in Matthew 5:5, “Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth,” have impacted your understanding and practice of humility in your daily life.
