What does it mean to humble ourselves before God?

To humble ourselves before God is to acknowledge our unworthiness and total dependence on His grace for salvation. This concept is powerfully illustrated in the story of the Syrophoenician woman, who, despite being called a 'dog' by Jesus, responded with humility, saying, 'Truth, Lord.' This reflects a heart posture that is essential for salvation: recognizing our flaws and need for mercy. As stated in 1 Corinthians 4:7, 'For who maketh thee to differ from another? And what hast thou that thou didst not receive?' This acknowledgment reinforces that any worthiness comes from God alone, and without His intervention, we are lost in our pride.