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How do we know that God saves the lowly and the humble?

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The Scripture reveals that God delights in lifting the humble from their low state, as shown in 1 Samuel 2:8, where it speaks of God raising the beggar from the dunghill.

God's choice of the lowly and humble as objects of His grace is a consistent theme in the Bible. In 1 Samuel 2:8, it states that He 'raises up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth up the beggar from the dunghill.' This portrait of grace highlights the transformative power of God, illustrating that He does not favor the wise or mighty but instead calls those who recognize their need for Him. Such a view aligns with the gospel message that we are spiritually bankrupt and entirely reliant on God for salvation. It underscores the idea that pride must be vanquished and humility cultivated, as God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.
Scripture References: 1 Samuel 2:8

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He Lifteth
John Chapman · Jul 11, 2012
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Joshua

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