Through Humility
Pride can show up in loud ways or quiet ones—defensiveness, comparison, needing to be right, protecting your image, or struggling to admit when you’re wrong. It keeps relationships stuck and makes it hard to grow, because pride resists correction and fights for control.
Humility is the way of Jesus. It’s not self-hatred or weakness—it’s strength under surrender. Humility is knowing who God is and who you are in Him, which makes you teachable, quick to repent, and free to serve others without needing applause. This page will help you take practical steps toward Christlike humility in everyday life.
Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves. Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.
— PHILIPPIANS 2:3–4
But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.
— JAMES 4:6
Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.
— 1 PETER 5:6-7
Resources to Help You Grow in Humility
Humility is formed over time as we learn to live under God’s authority and in God’s grace. These resources will help you identify pride, practice confession, grow in a servant-hearted mindset, and become more like Jesus in everyday relationships.
The Path to Humility
This John MacArthur message walks through how God produces true humility by exposing pride and calling believers to surrender, repentance,…
Humility
This Francis Chan message calls believers to take Jesus’ example seriously—rejecting pride and self-promotion and choosing a life of lowliness,…
Chasing Humility
This Andy Stanley video message helps people see humility as a deliberate choice that strengthens relationships and reduces conflict.
This Tim Keller message shows that true humility isn’t self-hatred but freedom from self-focus—resting in the gospel so you can…
Frequent Questions About Humility
Many people confuse humility with weakness or low self-esteem, and many of us struggle to recognize pride in ourselves. These FAQs offer biblical clarity and practical guidance so you can grow in humility with confidence and joy.
Humility is seeing yourself honestly before God—without exaggeration or denial. It isn’t thinking you’re worthless; it’s living with a secure identity in Christ so you don’t have to prove yourself.
Humility opens the door to growth. God gives grace to the humble, strengthens relationships, softens conflict, and forms wisdom. Pride isolates; humility connects.
Humility listens before reacting, seeks understanding, and owns sin quickly. It’s willing to apologize, forgive, and prefer others—not because you’re weak, but because you’re secure.
Practice confession, gratitude, and service. Invite feedback from trusted people, and ask God to reveal blind spots. Replace defensiveness with curiosity: “Help me see what I’m missing.”
Ask God to show you one area where pride has been shaping you—then take one humble action step: apologize, ask for help, admit you were wrong, or serve someone quietly this week.
No—humility is honest. It acknowledges strengths and weaknesses while keeping your identity rooted in Christ, not performance.
Common signs are defensiveness, blame-shifting, needing to be right, comparison, contempt, and resistance to correction.
Not at all. Humility can speak truth, set boundaries, and be courageous—while remaining gentle and free from selfish ambition.
Shame says “I am bad” and pushes you into hiding; humility says “God is God, I’m not” and draws you into grace and growth.
Ask for feedback from a trusted person and resist the urge to defend yourself—listen, thank them, and ask God what obedience looks like next.
We're Here To Help Guide You & Answer Your Questions
If you’re noticing patterns of pride, struggling in relationships, or you want help becoming more like Jesus in how you respond and relate, we’d love to talk. Fill out the form below and someone from the Sonrise team will reach out to listen, pray with you, and help you take a next step toward Christlike humility.
An Invitation to Join Us @ Sonrise
Church doesn’t have to be intimidating. At Sonrise, you can show up as you are, connect with people who get you, and leave knowing it was worth it. Our campus is located right where Santee, Lakeside and El Cajon come together. Join us this Sunday at 9:00 or 10:40 by visiting us at 8805 Magnolia Ave. Whenever you’re ready, we’ll be here.
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