Lesson 2 of 10
Humility
Humility is not pretending to be small. It is accepting ourselves honestly before God and deliberately stepping down from pride so His holy work can reshape us.
Key Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 12; Philippians 2:3–11; Isaiah 52–53
Chapter at a Glance
Major Points
- Humility is a deliberate choice to lower ourselves honestly before God.
- Weakness and suffering expose pride and teach dependence upon God.
- The humble path of obedience and service prepares a man for useful leadership.
Humility begins when a man deliberately lowers himself before God.
2 Corinthians 12; Philippians 2:3–11
Lesson Resources
Handout & Assigned Reading
Handout: Open or download the lesson handout for use with this lesson.
Required reading: Humble Not Proud — complete the matching major chapter/topic in The Godly Man.
Stepping Down to Humility
Paul and Moses show how weakness, suffering, and dependence can expose pride and train us to humble ourselves before God.
The Secret of Humility
Jesus provides the supreme pattern of humility. Philippians 2 and Isaiah 52–53 trace the downward path of service and suffering before exaltation.
Lesson Completion
Assigned Reading
Complete the assigned reading at any point during this lesson.
Lesson Quiz