What does the Bible say about humility in Christians?

The Christian's temper God-ward is primarily evidenced by humility, which is rooted in a profound understanding of both our sinfulness and God's immense holiness. This awareness is shaped by the events of Gethsemane and Golgotha, where Christ demonstrated the depth of His love for sinners. As believers, we should reflect on our past state of rebellion and enmity towards God, recognizing how undeserving we are of His grace. Such humility leads to an inability to boast, as we see ourselves as vile in God’s eyes, marveling at His great salvation extended towards us.

This humility fosters a sense of peace and confidence, grounded not in our worthiness, but in the righteousness and compassion of our Redeemer. Despite our flaws and the imperfections of our best efforts, we can rest in the sufficiency of Christ’s work, which assures us of our acceptance before God. In acknowledging our limitations and the vastness of God’s grace, we are able to say, like the apostle Paul, that we are less than the least of all saints, yet still experience the unfathomable riches of Christ’s mercy.