Why Should We Humble Ourselves Towards God?
The answer is easy if we would ask a slightly different question:
What have we truly contributed to the world we live in? Consider the basics – did we play a part in creating the world? The skies above, the animals around us, or even our own ability to think? What about our physical bodies – our legs, our arms – did we create these ourselves?
Even when we look at man-made products, can we genuinely take credit for them? Aren't these achievements the work of nature and/or others, individuals created in God’s image, using their God-given talents and abilities? Think about the structure of the land you live in. Did you build its foundations alone?
It’s vital to acknowledge our Creator in everything. Recognizing our limitations helps us understand that our Creator is far greater than we can imagine. He deserves ALL the credits!
It’s vital to acknowledge our Creator in everything
Key verses: Romans 3:23; Romans 6:23
We aren't even able to make ourselves perfect according to His standards. We have to recognize that we cannot cleanse ourselves from our sins. We need to accept His blood shedding offer on the Cross to become acceptable for Him.
Pride, in contrast, is a form of ungodliness. It means claiming for ourselves the honor that belongs to God. It’s a failure to give God the recognition. As a result we stay defiled and unable to meet Him in person.
He deserves our honor for everything we are and have!