Devotionals

A Call to Humility and Servanthood

by Shaila Touchton
05/25/25
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As followers of Christ, let us remember that our identity and authority come not from titles or positions, but from our relationship with God through Jesus Christ. We are all called to be humble servants, not lords over others.

Let us focus on serving one another and building each other up, rather than seeking to elevate ourselves. Remember, "God is opposed to the proud, but gives grace to the humble" (1 Peter 5:5b).

As children of God, we have direct access to Him through Christ, and the Holy Spirit is our Helper and Teacher. Let us rely on His guidance and empowerment, rather than seeking to exalt ourselves.

May we strive to be like Christ, who "humbled Himself and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross" (Philippians 2:8). Let us clothe ourselves with humility and serve one another in love.