Performing true Humility! Part Two |Magnificent Life Daily Devotion

Performing true Humility! Part Two “For the Lord takes pleasure in his people; he adorns the humble with salvation.“ Psalm 149:4 One of the most admirable characteristics a person can have is humility. Unfortunately, it is often underrated and misunderstood. Humility is not thinking less of yourself but rather thinking of yourself less. It is not about putting yourself down but rather lifting others. True humility is not thinking you are better than anyone else but recognizing that we are all equal in the eyes of God. It is not being boastful or prideful but being modest and unassuming. As we can see from Philemon 1:1-25, Paul instructed Onesimus to return to his master and also informed Philemon through a letter that he wanted Onesimus to be treated as a brother, not a slave. He also asks Philemon to forgive Onesimus for any wrong he may have done. Truly, to bring a sacred bond in this relationship requires one to be humble. Philemon must willingly sacrifice his ego for