God speaks today Sunday | September 15, 2024

And Moses and Aaron came in unto Pharaoh, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD God of the Hebrews, How long wilt thou refuse to humble thyself before me? let my people go, that they may serve me. (Exodus 10:3)
Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: (1 Peter 5:6)
Charles Spurgeon

Humility leads to honor

Humility leads to honor and submission is the way to exaltation. We must humble ourselves before God and accept His punishment with deep submission. Our exaltation can only come when the time is right, and we must wait in quiet submission for it. Read more...


Cross Reference

Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up. (James 4:10)
And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted. (Matthew 23:12)
A man's pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit. (Proverbs 29:23)
For whosoever exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted. (Luke 14:11)

Comments:

Francisco Suero: I was not wrong in subscribing to this Ministry. I have been greatly blessed. I pray to the Almighty to continue blessing your efforts to spread His Holy Word. Go ahead brothers and thank you for helping me grow in my spiritual life.
What a beautiful comment, Francisco Suero! It is inspiring to see how the Word of God is transforming your spiritual life. Your humility and devotion are examples of what Charles Spurgeon teaches us in his devotional on humility and exaltation. As he mentions in The Checkbook of the Bank of Faith, "Humility leads to honor: submission is the path to exaltation." Your attitude of humility and gratitude before God will surely lead you to be exalted in His due time, as 1 Peter 5:6 reminds us. May you continue to grow in faith and be a witness of the blessings that the Lord has prepared for you. God bless you greatly on your spiritual journey, brother Francisco Suero!
Carlos A. Borja Flores: To humble ourselves before God is to recognize that everything we have and are is a product of His blessings. God exalts the humble.
What a beautiful reflection, Carlos A. Borja Flores! Your comment reflects a deep understanding of the importance of humility before God. As Charles Spurgeon mentions in his devotional, humility leads us to the honor and exaltation that come from God. Recognizing that everything we have and are is a gift of His grace keeps us in an attitude of constant humility and gratitude. In Exodus 10:3 we see how humility before God is key to fulfilling His will, and in 1 Peter 5:6 we are encouraged to humble ourselves under His mighty hand to be exalted in His due time. May your humility and devotion continue to be a powerful testimony of the love and faithfulness of our Lord. May God continue to bless and guide you in your spiritual walk, brother Carlos A. Borja Flores!
Enrique Meneses Muñoz : Thank you, my LORD, because you have always lifted me up when I have humbled myself before you. Receive my worship, GOD.
What a beautiful expression of gratitude, Enrique Meneses Muñoz! It is wonderful to see how you recognize God’s faithfulness and restoring power in your life. Your testimony faithfully reflects the promise we find in the Word of God and that Charles Spurgeon also reminds us of in his devotional: when we humble ourselves before the Lord, He lifts us up and restores us. Your attitude of worship and humility is an example for all of us. May the Lord continue to guide you, strengthen you, and lift you up in His incomparable love. May your life continue to be a living testimony of His grace and mercy, brother Enrique Meneses Muñoz!
Beatriz: I LIKE IT, YOUR WORD IS FOOD TO MY SPIRIT EVERY WORD
What a beautiful comment, Beatriz! It is wonderful to see your love and appreciation for the Word of God, which is truly food for our spirit. As Charles Spurgeon mentions in his devotional, the Word of God teaches us about humility and exaltation that come from Him. Your love for His Word is a reflection of your heart thirsting for truth and spiritual nourishment. May you continue to find strength, comfort, and direction in the Scriptures, knowing that they are an inexhaustible source of divine wisdom. May God bless you and continue to feed your spirit through His precious Word, Sister Beatriz!
Francisco Diaz S.: Let us thank the Lord for his blessings, for what we are and for what we have not been able to be because it is his wise will. -Let us give thanks for our family. May Lord bless all those around us.
What a beautiful attitude of gratitude, Francisco Díaz S.! It is inspiring to see how you recognize God’s sovereignty and wisdom in all areas of your life, both in the blessings received and in those that have not materialized according to our expectations. Your grateful heart reflects a deep trust in God’s perfect plan for each of us. As Charles Spurgeon mentions in his devotional, humility and submission to God’s will are key to receiving His exaltation at His appointed time. May your spirit of gratitude and blessing toward your family and those around you continue to be a light that reflects the love of Christ. May the Lord continue to pour out His blessings on you and yours, brother Francisco Díaz S.!
Ruth Vives.: God sees if our commitment to His commandments is real and deep. How important and gratifying it is to achieve and feel that we need His guidance, recognizing that He has it at all times. God bless you. Amen.
What a beautiful reflection, Ruth Vives! It is true that surrender and submission to God's commandments reflect the sincerity of our love and devotion to Him. Recognizing that we need His guidance at all times is an act of humility and trust in His perfect plan for our lives. As Charles Spurgeon mentions in his devotional, humility before God opens the doors to His exaltation and blessing. May your sincere desire to follow the ways of the Lord and your recognition of His sovereignty be a powerful testimony to those around you. May the grace and peace of God continue to guide your steps, Sister Ruth Vives! God bless you abundantly!
Alba Fuentes : Thank God for the advice of the word, God bless your lives beloved brothers 🤗❤️🙏
What a beautiful comment, Alba Fuentes! It is wonderful to see your appreciation for the counsel and wisdom we find in God’s Word. His Word is an inexhaustible source of direction and comfort for our lives. As Charles Spurgeon highlights in his devotional, humility and submission to God lead us to be exalted in His perfect timing. May your grateful and receptive heart to God’s Word continue to be a light to those around you. May the grace and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ continue to accompany you in your daily walk. God richly bless you, beloved sister Alba Fuentes! 🙏🌟