Many of us long for spiritual strength but overlook the very doorway into God’s presence: humility. Jesus shows us that humility is not weakness but the pathway to strength, unity, and kingdom impact. 

REVIEW: What is humility?

• READ: John 13:13–17 – “When Jesus had washed their feet and put on his outer clothing, he reclined again and said to them, ‘Do you know what I have done for you? You call me Teacher and Lord—and you are speaking rightly, since that is what I am. So if I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another’s feet. For I have given you an example, that you also should do just as I have done for you. Truly I tell you, a servant is not greater than his master, and a messenger is not greater than the one who sent him. If you know these things, you are blessed if you do them.’”
• DISCUSS: How does Jesus’ act of humility reshape your definition of leadership and spiritual maturity?

REVIEW: Why is humility important?

• READ: Philippians 2:5–11 “Adopt the same attitude as that of Christ Jesus, who, existing in the form of God, did not consider equality with God as something to be exploited. Instead he emptied himself by assuming the form of a servant, taking on the likeness of humanity. And when he had come as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death—even to death on a cross. For this reason God highly exalted him and gave him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee will bow—in heaven and on earth and under the earth—and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”
• DISCUSS: Where do you find yourself resisting humility and choosing pride instead? How can you imitate Christ’s mindset this week?

REVIEW: What are some examples of humility?

• READ: 1 Peter 5:5–6  “In the same way, you who are younger, be subject to the elders. All of you clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because God resists the proud but gives grace to the humble. Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God, so that he may exalt you at the proper time.”
• DISCUSS: How has pride damaged relationships in your life? How might practicing humility strengthen them?

REVIEW: Where does humility come from? 

• READ: Hebrews 12:2 “Keeping our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. For the joy that lay before him, he endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.”
• DISCUSS: How can fixing your eyes on Jesus, instead of yourself, help you cultivate humility?

  ASK:

What else did you get from this week's sermon? What actions or next steps can you take to apply it to your life?

PRAY:
King Jesus, I am here to worship You. Let Your love heal my heart. Let Your presence shape my character. Let Your Word build my faith. Ignite in me a burning passion for Your house. Deepen my understanding of Your Word. Expand my love for Your people. Today, I choose humility. I choose to be present, vulnerable, and open. I choose obedience over comfort. I choose to serve others, not myself. Your kingdom come; Your will be done; on earth as it is in heaven. Amen.

INVITATION TO RESPOND:
This week, live with humility in action. Here are a few ways to respond:

• Serve someone quietly. Do something for someone without seeking recognition.
• Start your day on your knees. Begin with surrender and prayer before you rise.
• Listen deeply. Resist the urge to speak quickly—value others by hearing them fully.
• Give credit away. Celebrate others’ contributions instead of your own.
• Lower yourself to lift others up. Look for one way to put another’s needs before your own.

Jesus is still kneeling, still serving, still calling us into a life marked by humility. Follow Him into that life today.

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