FEAST OF SAINT PAPHNUTIUS – 11th SEPTEMBER
September 11, 2023
FEAST OF THE MOST HOLY NAME OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY – 12th SEPTEMBER
September 12, 2023
THE 11TH OF SEPTEMBER
HUMILITY IS MORE PROFITABLE THAN PRIDE
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.” – 1 Peter 5:5
Honoring and respecting God, as well as and our fellow man, are important for all of us as God’s children. A healthy relationship is based upon mutual respect. A relationship cannot be a good one if respect is not shown from both sides, whether it is between family members, relatives, friends, co-workers or church members. Once respect is lost it is very hard to regain. A person proves their wisdom in being humble, ready to serve, recognizing the higher rank or experience of others and seeking their counsel.
Being humble is the opposite of being proud and it is what God loves to see in us. Disrespectful, arrogant and rude people show that they have pride working in them and cannot please God, as they think highly of themselves, instead of giving God the glory for all that is good in their lives. We continue to breathe, only as long as God continues to keep us alive. The Lord is our source and strength. Only in Him do we have everything we need. Because of God’s grace, we are able to accomplish things and have success. The humble person receives God’s grace and gives God the glory, honor and respect He deserves.
SUGGESTED PRAYER
Glory and praises to Your holy Name, Lord Jesus! I could have only been able to ask You to be my Lord, only because You chose and revealed Your truth to me. Thank You so very much for all You have done for me and for helping me on a daily basis. Lord, please help me to remain humble and treat people with respect, to be always ready to serve and seek the counsel of the wiser elders that You have brought into my life. I am who I am because of Your grace and love. I am so very blessed to know You and be Your child. Please help me Lord God to always honor and obey You. In the Name of Jesus I pray. Amen.
Source: thetruthstandsforever
