Surely he scorneth the scorners: but he giveth grace unto the lowly.
The promise stands that divine favor is bestowed upon those who are humble in heart. Such lowliness is not mere feeling but a daily walk in humility alongside God. It involves turning to Him for guidance in every decision and at each stage of the way. It also requires a life of unceasing vigilance and prayer. In that watchful, prayerful state the humble learner takes Christ as the supreme Instructor, studying His earthly life to acquire meekness and lowliness of character.
By contrast, cherishing an exalted estimate of personal judgment and cherished schemes cuts off that humble reliance upon God. The self-confident mind is left without clear spiritual perception to discern right paths. Such self-exaltation fails to give God His due honor.
The promise stands that divine favor is bestowed upon those who are humble in heart. Such lowliness is not mere feeling but a daily walk in humility alongside God. It involves turning to Him for guidance in every decision and at each stage of the way. It also requires a life of unceasing vigilance and prayer. In that watchful, prayerful state the humble learner takes Christ as the supreme Instructor, studying His earthly life to acquire meekness and lowliness of character.
By contrast, cherishing an exalted estimate of personal judgment and cherished schemes cuts off that humble reliance upon God. The self-confident mind is left without clear spiritual perception to discern right paths. Such self-exaltation fails to give God His due honor.