Exalting Ourselves

Scripture: Matthew 23: [12] For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.

Observation: I continue to want to be important and recognized. Even when I’m trying to do something for God I want to be recognized by others. I know this is wrong and I need to humble myself and do things that honor God in secret, just for Him. Why is this so difficult? Is it my sin nature?

Application: I have nothing to be proud of, all I have comes from God. I need to be pointing others to Him, not me. There is nothing I can do apart from God, yet I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Whenever I even think of exalting myself I need to stop and humble myself and exalt God.

Prayer: My Lord, you know every thought I have. Help me be this humble man you call me to be, exalting your name above all, especially mine.