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Philippians 2:3

KJV: Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

NKJV: Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself.

NIV: Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.

Interpretation: Paul commands believers to act with humility rather than selfish ambition. The verse shows that humility means esteeming others as better than ourselves. Humility stands in contrast to strife and vainglory. Instead of seeking our own interests, we should consider others' interests first. The verse teaches that humility changes how we relate to others. It means recognizing the value of others rather than exalting ourselves. Humility creates harmony in relationships and honors God.

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1 Peter 5:5

KJV: Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.

NKJV: Likewise you younger people, submit yourselves to your elders. Yes, all of you be submissive to one another, and be clothed with humility, for "God resists the proud, But gives grace to the humble."

NIV: In the same way, you who are younger, submit yourselves to your elders. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, "God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble."

Interpretation: Peter instructs believers to be clothed with humility toward one another. The verse shows that humility should be like clothing that we wear constantly. Humility enables us to submit to one another appropriately. God resists those who are proud, but He gives grace to those who are humble. The verse teaches that humility attracts God's favor, while pride brings His opposition. Being clothed with humility means making it a visible part of our character. Humility positions us to receive God's grace.

Tweet Text: 1 Peter 5:5 Be clothed with humility toward one another. Humility attracts God's favor, while pride brings His opposition. Humility positions us to receive grace. #humility #abase #demean #meekness #mywordofgod

Colossians 3:12

KJV: Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;

NKJV: Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering;

NIV: Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.

Interpretation: Paul instructs believers to put on humility as part of their character. The verse shows that humility is one essential quality for God's chosen people. Humility belongs alongside kindness, meekness, and patience. These qualities work together to reflect God's character. The verse teaches that humility is something we actively put on, like clothing. It's not a passive quality but something we choose to wear daily. Humility helps us relate to others with compassion and patience.

Tweet Text: Colossians 3:12 Put on humility as part of your character. Humility is essential for God's chosen people. Humility helps us relate to others with compassion. #humility #abase #demean #meekness #mywordofgod

Ephesians 4:2

KJV: With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love;

NKJV: with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love,

NIV: Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.

Interpretation: Paul commands complete humility as essential for maintaining unity. The verse shows that humility enables us to bear with one another in love. Humility works together with gentleness and patience. These qualities help us maintain relationships even when others are difficult. The verse teaches that humility is necessary for love to flourish. Without humility, we cannot truly bear with others' faults. Humility makes space for patience and forgiveness in relationships.

Tweet Text: Ephesians 4:2 Complete humility is essential for maintaining unity. Humility enables us to bear with one another in love. Humility is necessary for love to flourish. #humility #abase #demean #meekness #mywordofgod

Proverbs 22:4

KJV: By humility and the fear of the LORD are riches, and honour, and life.

NKJV: By humility and the fear of the LORD Are riches and honor and life.

NIV: Humility is the fear of the LORD; its wages are riches and honor and life.

Interpretation: Humility combined with the fear of the Lord brings riches, honor, and life. The verse shows that humility is connected to proper reverence for God. True humility comes from recognizing God's greatness and our place before Him. Humility leads to blessings that the world cannot provide. The verse teaches that humility positions us to receive God's rewards. Riches, honor, and life come through humbling ourselves before God. Humility opens the way for God's provision and blessing.

Tweet Text: Proverbs 22:4 Humility combined with the fear of the Lord brings riches, honor, and life. True humility comes from recognizing God's greatness. #humility #abase #demean #meekness #mywordofgod

James 4:10

KJV: Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.

NKJV: Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.

NIV: Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.

Interpretation: James commands believers to humble themselves before the Lord. When we humble ourselves, God promises to lift us up. The verse shows that God's exaltation comes after our humility. We cannot lift ourselves up; we must wait for God to do it. The verse teaches that humility leads to God's promotion. Those who exalt themselves will be humbled, but those who humble themselves will be exalted. Humility puts us in the position for God to honor us.

Tweet Text: James 4:10 Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will lift you up. God's exaltation comes after our humility. Humility leads to God's promotion. #humility #abase #demean #meekness #mywordofgod

Proverbs 15:33

KJV: The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom; and before honour is humility.

NKJV: The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom, And before honor is humility.

NIV: Wisdom's instruction is to fear the LORD, and humility comes before honor.

Interpretation: Humility comes before honor, just as the fear of the Lord leads to wisdom. The verse shows the proper order: humility first, then honor. We cannot skip humility and expect to receive honor. The fear of the Lord teaches us wisdom and humility. The verse teaches that honor is the result of humility, not something we can demand. Those who want honor must first develop humility. Humility is the pathway that leads to true honor.

Tweet Text: Proverbs 15:33 Humility comes before honor. We cannot skip humility and expect to receive honor. Humility is the pathway that leads to true honor. #humility #abase #demean #meekness #mywordofgod

Matthew 23:12

KJV: And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.

NKJV: And whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.

NIV: For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.

Interpretation: Jesus teaches the principle that self-exaltation leads to being abased, while self-humbling leads to exaltation. The verse shows that God reverses the world's values. Those who try to lift themselves up will be brought low. Those who lower themselves will be lifted up by God. The verse teaches that humility is the way to true exaltation. We cannot exalt ourselves and expect God to honor it. God exalts those who demonstrate genuine humility.

Tweet Text: Matthew 23:12 Those who exalt themselves will be humbled. Those who humble themselves will be exalted. Humility is the way to true exaltation. #humility #abase #demean #meekness #mywordofgod

Luke 14:11

KJV: For whosoever exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.

NKJV: For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.

NIV: For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.

Interpretation: Jesus repeats the principle that self-exaltation leads to humiliation while humility leads to exaltation. The verse reinforces God's reversal of human pride. Those who seek to elevate themselves will find themselves brought down. Those who lower themselves will be raised up by God. The verse teaches that humility is the pathway to honor in God's kingdom. We cannot force our way to the top through self-promotion. True elevation comes through humbling ourselves and letting God do the exalting.

Tweet Text: Luke 14:11 Those who exalt themselves will be humbled. Those who humble themselves will be exalted. Humility is the pathway to honor in God's kingdom. #humility #abase #demean #meekness #mywordofgod

Micah 6:8

KJV: He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?

NKJV: He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the LORD require of you But to do justly, To love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God?

NIV: He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.

Interpretation: God requires three things: doing justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly with Him. The verse shows that humility is essential in our relationship with God. Walking humbly means recognizing our place before God and depending on Him. Humility affects how we approach God daily. The verse teaches that humility is not optional but required. It works together with justice and mercy. Walking humbly means we acknowledge God's greatness and our need for Him.

Tweet Text: Micah 6:8 God requires doing justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly with Him. Humility is essential in our relationship with God. Humility is not optional but required. #humility #abase #demean #meekness #mywordofgod

Keyword: Humility