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How do we know humility is important for Christians?

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Humility is vital for Christians as it aligns with the teachings of Jesus, who stated that the greatest in the kingdom of heaven are those who humble themselves like children.

In Matthew 18:4, Jesus declares that 'whosoever shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven.' Humility is foundational in Christian life because it allows believers to recognize their dependence on God and His grace. The attitude of a child is devoid of pride and self-importance; children do not boast about their achievements or status. This humility frees Christians from the rivalries and disputes that often plague adult interactions and positions the believer to receive God’s grace fully. Believers are called to embody this humility, tracing their example to Christ, who, though He was the greatest, did not assert His position but became a servant.
Scripture References: Matthew 18:3-4, Matthew 11:29, Luke 18:10-14, Proverbs 3:12, Matthew 18:3, Philippians 2:7-8, Hebrews 6:9, John 1:27, James 4:10, James 4:6, 1 Peter 5:5, Philippians 2:5-8, Philippians 2:3-4, Romans 15:3, Mark 9:35, Mark 10:43-45, Ephesians 3:8, John 13:12-15, Genesis 2:7, Philippians 2:5, Luke 9:48, Matthew 20:28, Romans 12:3, Jude 1:1-2, Proverbs 18:12, Philippians 2:3, John 3:30, Ephesians 4:2, Luke 18:14, 1 Corinthians 4:7, John 13:14-15, Philippians 2:1-7, Revelation 4:10-11, 1 Peter 5:6, Matthew 18:1-4, 1 Peter 5:5-6, Proverbs 3:34, Philippians 2:1-11, 1 Timothy 1:15, Psalm 25:4, Matthew 11:25, Matthew 5:2-5, James 4:4, Isaiah 66:2, Proverbs 8:13, 2 Samuel 19:35, Luke 9:46-50, Philippians 2:5-7, John 15:5, Luke 9:46-48; James 4:6; Philippians 2:3-4, Philippians 2:5-11, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, 1 Peter 5:5-7, Matthew 11:28-30, Luke 18:9-14, Psalm 51:17, Luke 14:11, 1 Corinthians 15:10, Philippians 2:7, John 5:44, Philippians 2:3-8, Philippians 2:8, Matthew 20:26-28, Mark 10:45, Matthew 22:39, Micah 6:8, Matthew 18:4, Matthew 23:12, Luke 1:52, Romans 12:1-2, Matthew 5:3

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