Let is discuss the virtue of humility

[Forge3]

I see many heated debates and people locking horns over faith issues. But I see very little discussion of this virtue. I am here to correct this

It is the unseating of pride
So in Him alone our hopes may ride

 

[motherprayer]

Pride goeth before destruction, but by humility and the fear of the LORD are riches, and honour, and life.

Humility is the understanding that as a human I cannot ever be 100% right. Unfortunately many do believe they have all the answers.

 

[Forge3]

Pride goeth before destruction, but by humility and the fear of the LORD are riches, and honour, and life.

Humility is the understanding that as a human I cannot ever be 100% right. Unfortunately many do believe they have all the answers.

Humility is that which girders wisdom. Maybe very few shall respond to this thread. We want to be considered special. But only our togetherness shall be held special in the Lord. Our unity which we do not have. Even the word paradise mean beyond seperation para (Above/beyond) & Dise (To seperate). That is how I understand it. Mother I was tested and was registered as a genius with an extremely high IQ. But I would rather be told I was stupid than to see the foolishness among men that is so called wisdom.

 

[weariedsoul]

I am special. Not special in a good way though. But hey whatever, we all have to bear our own cross.

Whats the answer forge? Should we pray for each other? I could use some right now, i feel so low. I get tired of myself.

 

[weariedsoul]

I was feeling low untill i talked to the lord, i asked him to give me a scripture that would lift my spirits. I opened the bible and my eyes saw Ezra chapter 4

That made me feel better.

 

[weariedsoul]

Im refocused now. I stumbled but i didn't fall, that's good. I need to abide in Him and stay away from things that cause me to stumble.

 

[Ezeretane]

for my humility is a christian's basis: how can you be a disciple if you can't recognize how much you need to learn? how can you truly love unless you accept to see how much you were underservely loved? how can you reach other unless you see how much you can actually hurt yourself ?

in my church an alpha course is being open (10 sessions of meals where people are invited to discuss about life and god without being interrupted or corrected really, there is a little talk about the bible view on one subject) , i did the training and realize how frustrating it is going to be : be there and listen to people and pray
it make me feel how as a christian i should be : listening to others, pray for them for god to reach them and being a living bible
i think it's a good way to practice humility

 

[Ezeretane]

Im refocused now. I stumbled but i didn't fall, that's good. I need to abide in Him and stay away from things that cause me to stumble.

i felt the same ... i nearly did a burn-out actually ...focusing on Him is an daily struggle
still a bit fragile but i also think it's the perfect situation to realize how much i need God everyday
if you still need it i'll pray for you

 

[weariedsoul]

i felt the same ... i nearly did a burn-out actually ...focusing on Him is an daily struggle
still a bit fragile but i also think it's the perfect situation to realize how much i need God everyday
if you still need it i'll pray for you

I feel better, but we can always use prayer. Thank you. I'll pray for you too Ezeretane.

 

[Ezeretane]

deal

 

[weariedsoul]

 

[Forge3]

Sending you a pm.

 

[motherprayer]

Humility is hard. I struggle with pride, because my faith is strong, and I get angry when those who aren't in the same place I am in spiritually treat me badly.

 

[Forge3]

Humility is hard. I struggle with pride, because my faith is strong, and I get angry when those who aren't in the same place I am in spiritually treat me badly.

Understood. Humility is a virtue and virtues are always tried as in a crucible. I learned patience from being impatient. I learned humility from pride. It is in the struggle that they are made so do not worry or be hard on yourself. These experiences are our teachers. And what do you mean treat you badly? Do they disrespect you?

 

[weariedsoul]

Humility is hard. I struggle with pride, because my faith is strong, and I get angry when those who aren't in the same place I am in spiritually treat me badly.

Me too, but all things work for our good.

 

[Girder of Loins]

This band was the key to me becoming humble. Especially this song.

Me Without You - Carousels (Lyrics) - YouTube

 

[Forge3]

This band was the key to me becoming humble. Especially this song.

Me Without You - Carousels (Lyrics) - YouTube

Very nice. Never heard this before.

 

[weariedsoul]

dito

 

[Girder of Loins]

Yeah, and their lead singer is really wise. He talks a lot about humility and serving the Lord. Honestly, I think if we were to fully grasp the concept of humility and use it constantly, we would find that all the other virtues come easier.

 

[Forge3]

Yeah, and their lead singer is really wise. He talks a lot about humility and serving the Lord. Honestly, I think if we were to fully grasp the concept of humility and use it constantly, we would find that all the other virtues come easier.

Humility is the empty cup upon which all other virtues are poured unto.