Both James and Peter quote Proverbs 3:34 in their books. They want to emphasis that God gives grace to the humble! They begin by telling us that God resists the proud! The word "resists" actually means apposes! God is literally against anyone who's desire is to go it without Him, or to do it on their own.
This is so opposite our culture. We value independence and autonomy. We encourage self-reliance and personal effort. We are looking to exalt ourselves and take credit for whatever good comes our way. Can you see how this is a big problem? Once again our culture is up-side-down.
If you were to "humble yourself" today, what would that look like? Would there be a particular person you would need to have a conversation with? Would you need to submit to a boss or be kind to an employee. Would you stop overlooking those who you least enjoy and actually start valuing them? Ask God to help you. I know I need His help!!
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