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What does the Bible say about the concept of being brought low?

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The Bible illustrates that God brings the high and mighty low to humble them, ultimately revealing their need for grace.

Scripture often depicts the idea that the proud and self-reliant will be humbled by God. In the context of 2 Samuel 21 and the examples of David's battles, we see that the strength of the mighty giants was brought to nothing. As demonstrated in the stories of David and the Philistine giants, all who seek to exalt themselves above God will ultimately face humiliation. This is echoed in teachings from Christ, where He notes, 'Whosoever exalteth himself shall be abased' (Luke 14:11), emphasizing the importance of humility before the Lord. God’s work in salvation begins with bringing us low, exposing our sin and need for His grace as seen in Isaiah's encounter with the Holy God.
Scripture References: 2 Samuel 21, Luke 14:11, Isaiah 6:1-5

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