Have you ever been humbled in a way that made you feel embarrassed or extremely insecure? Sometimes being humbled can be a good thing. I remember as a freshmen in high school being put in my place a time or two by older junior and seniors. The circumstances were all different, but they all took the wind that was in my sails(or ego) and caused the sail to fall flat. It also caused me to really evaluate what I was saying and the peoples perception of me. As an older high school student I had a peers tell me I was conceited, and I always shot back their is a difference between conceit and confidence. The fact is I lived a life in humility in some areas, and probably not so in other areas. Every once in a while it is great to reflect on things. I often reflect on terms associated with me by the roles I take on. In leadership I think it is important to have the confidence, but also to have a fine balance of humility. I can be wrong and I have people in my life that have permission to tell me when, or point out areas I need help with. With that comes the responsibility to let me know if my "humility factor" is wavering. If people who don't have permission try and speak up I liken it to the saying that says "rules without relationship, will lead to rebellion." I'll flat out ignore those who try and speak up. I can handle criticism...I better be able to because I am human. In leadership it is important to step back and reflect on the word Humility every now and then. Humility in both life and the context of the scripture is a winning spirit of submission and commitment- the absence of arrogance or conceit. I don't like to be around people who have an arrogance about them. Flat out can't stand being around people like that. In life I have encountered them in various places. As leaders, whether small group or a position within a business, I think it is important to have a winning spirit of submission. As a part of my submission I train to find myself HUMBLE in the sight of the Lord. As you lead, may you find this prayer as one of comfort when it comes to HUMILITY:
Lord, I come before you knowing how majestic you are. I come before you with a humble heart knowing how much I need you to get through this day, week, and month. I believe I will move through this day with you giving me strength to listen when I need too, moving when you want me to, and leading when you provide me too. I am believing as I humble myself before you, that you will lead me to success and victory.
Psalm 25:9, 147:6, Ephesians 4:2, James 4:10, and I Peter 5:6 are some of a few great verses to study more to expand your daily devotion with God and help you take on a countenance of humility. Take action and live today in humility to God as you lead.
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