Heroes Have Humility
I hope you’ve been following along with our Heroes series over the last several weeks. In this section, we’re using the life of Josiah as an example of what the Bible says it means to be truly heroic! Today, we’re picking up in 2 Kings.
In verses 13-17 of Chapter 22, Josiah sends his team to a prophet, Huldah, to figure out what’s going on. She delivers the bad news: God's people had forsaken Him and turned to idols, and God wasn’t happy about it. The disaster was inevitable.
But, look what she follows that with:
“Tell the King of Judah, who sent you to inquire of the Lord, ‘This is what the Lord, the God of Israel, says concerning the words you heard: Because your heart was responsive and you humbled yourself before the Lord when you heard what I have spoken against this place and its people—that they would become a curse and be laid waste—and because you tore your robes and wept in my presence, I also have heard you, declares the Lord. Therefore, I will gather you to your ancestors, and you will be buried in peace. Your eyes will not see all the disaster I am going to bring on this place.’”
Incredibly, God noticed Josiah’s heart, humility, and emotions, and He heard his voice. Josiah found favor with the Lord because of his humility in his response. Humility opens the door to favor. If we can learn one thing from Josiah, it’s that humility brings the favor of God to the doorstep of our life.
When Josiah placed himself low, the Lord raised him high. Here are some things I’ve done to put myself in a posture of humility:
I hit my knees and pray. It takes humility to bow before God when no one can see it but you and Him.
Also, I’ve spent some time examining my heart by asking the Holy Spirit to expose me so I can repent for anything brought to my attention.
Finally, I thank God for noticing me, and I’m going to thank Him for His favor in my life.
This is a simple yet powerful way to start your day in a position of humility. Will you join me in adding a practice of humility like this to your life?