Bible Verses About Humility

Humility is one of the most prized virtues in Scripture and the most difficult for our human nature. Jesus Himself modeled perfect humility, washing His disciples' feet and submitting to the cross. These Bible verses about humility call us to follow His example.

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“Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another.”

Romans 12:10

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“My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness.”

2 Corinthians 12:9

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“If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven.”

2 Chronicles 7:14

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“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.”

Romans 3:23

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“Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant.”

Mark 10:43

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“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”

James 4:7

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“Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath.”

James 1:19

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“God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.”

James 4:6

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“Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.”

Proverbs 16:18

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“Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.”

James 4:10

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“Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honour is humility.”

Proverbs 18:12

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“He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?”

Micah 6:8

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“Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering.”

Colossians 3:12

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“Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”

Matthew 5:3

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“Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.”

Matthew 18:3

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Why Read Bible Verses About Humility?

James 4:6 says God resists the proud but gives grace to the humble. Proverbs 18:12 teaches that humility comes before honor. Philippians 2:3-8 paints the ultimate picture of humility in Christ.

How to Apply These Bible Verses About Humility in Daily Life

Practice putting others first in daily interactions. Admit mistakes quickly and apologize sincerely. Serve in unseen ways without seeking recognition. Study Jesus' example of humble leadership.

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