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How do we know that humility is important for Christians?

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Humility is essential for Christians as Jesus exemplifies it and teaches that the greatest in Heaven will be those who humble themselves (Matthew 18:4).

Jesus teaches that the greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven is not the one who boasts of their achievements or status but rather the one who humbles themselves as a little child. Matthew 18:4 states, 'Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven.' This principle reveals that God values humility over pride. Additionally, the apostle Paul further emphasizes humility in Philippians 2:7-8, where Jesus 'made himself of no reputation' and 'humbled himself.' For Christians, emulating Christ's humility is vital for spiritual growth and our relationships with one another as we seek to serve and edify one another in love.
Scripture References: Matthew 18:4, Philippians 2:7-8, Matthew Henry, Proverbs 27:2, Philippians 2:3-4, James 4:10, 1 Peter 5:5-6, Matthew 11:29, Proverbs 3:34, Isaiah 66:2, John 14:23, Philippians 2:7, James 4:6, Philippians 2:2-3, 1 Corinthians 15:10, Jeremiah 9:23-24, Psalm 34:1-3, James 3:13, Proverbs 11:2, 1 Peter 3:4, John 13:12-17, Ephesians 4:1-3, Philippians 2:3, Ephesians 4:2, 1 Peter 5:5, Philippians 2:5-8, Luke 18:14, Romans 12:10, Matthew 20:26-28, Galatians 6:3

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