By Minister Sonnie Robinson (June 2025)

The Quiet Strength That Lifts Us Higher – In a world that constantly pushes us to hustle harder, stand out, and make ourselves heard, humility might seem like it’s gone out of style. But in God’s Kingdom, humility isn’t weakness—it’s strength in its purest form. It’s the quiet confidence that lifts us higher than pride ever could.

Jesus gave us the clearest picture of what humility really looks like. Though He was the Son of God, He chose to take on the role of a servant. Philippians 2:7 says, “He made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant.” Think about that—Jesus washed His disciples’ feet, a task usually done by the lowest servant. He entered Jerusalem not on a war horse, but on a humble donkey. Over and over, His life pointed away from self-glory and toward obedience to God.

Why does humility matter to God? Because it’s the soil where faith, love, and real strength grow. “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble” (James 4:6). Pride says, “I’ve got this.” Humility says, “God, I need You.” It opens us to His grace and guidance, reminding us we’re not meant to do life alone.

Humility Transforms How We Treat Others – Humility also transforms how we treat others. Philippians 2:3 calls us to “value others above yourselves.” When we live this out, we build communities of kindness, empathy, and grace—places where people feel seen and valued, not judged or overlooked.

Humility Makes Room for God to Move – It’s natural to want to be seen, to chase recognition, to earn our spot. But the Bible flips that script. When we stop striving for recognition and trust God’s timing, He lifts us up! “Humble yourselves… that He may lift you up in due time” (1 Peter 5:6). His promotion is deeper, more lasting, and far more fulfilling than anything we could chase on our own.

The Quiet Strength of Humility – In a world that tells us to push harder and stand out, humility can feel like a forgotten virtue. But in God’s Kingdom, humility isn’t weakness—it’s power. It’s the quiet strength that lifts us higher than pride ever could.

So, let your humility be a powerful testimony. It says, “It’s not about me—it’s about Him.” When we choose humility, we invite God’s favor, draw closer to His heart, and become more like Jesus. That’s the quiet, life-changing power of humility.

Let’s walk that path today!