Micah 6:8...."to WALK humbly with thy God."
It's not a one time thing....it's a lifelong process....learning to walk humbly...
And being humble is something that will have a "good" effect on our children. :)
"When man exalts himself before God, God immediately goes about to humble man. When man humbles himself before God, God accepts him. We as humans have the same reaction to those we perceive to be proud, we immediately seek to discredit them. Those we perceive to be humble we will listen to and accept....So what is the main characteristic of a true spiritual leader? (It is one who serves but not just serves. He must serve with humility. Without this characteristic, it is less likely that anyone will be eager to follow him....") -B.C.
This is oh so true for mothers, too..:)
Watching what we say....and bridling our tongue (James 3) is a sign of humility. Patiently asking questions is often a much better way than trying to shove truth into someone....yes, even children/teens. :)
Prov. 18:12 "Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honour is humility."
Prov. 11:2 "When pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly is wisdom."
Prov. 29:23..."A man's pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit."
Prov. 22:4 "By humility and the fear of the Lord are riches, and honour, and life."
It's true...pride is the cause of our shame....
And if we don't learn to be humble, God will keep on bringing us into situations to teach us this....
And if we want things to start going RIGHT, the best place to start is by being humble with our husband and children.... :)
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