As some may know, I am currently pursuing a M. Div. in Biblical Counseling at Southern Seminary. At first I was a bit nervous as to how I would like it, since all I've really known is Psychology and Christian Counseling, but let me tell you... I AM LOVIN' IT!! Every class hour (well 3 hours) is just full of sweet, God exalting truth. To see the Word handled rightly and shaping the hearts of people is such a great sight!
Last week we went over having a Christ-like attitude and it was one of the more convicting classes of my academic life! Below are the list we were given for how we can see the manifestations of pride and humility in our lives. Read them, ponder them, pray through them... it will be for you good. They are convicting lists, but be encouraged that Jesus is the redeemer of your sin.
Blessings with you all.
Manifestations of Pride
1. Complaining against or passing judgement on God (Number 14:1-4, 9 11; Romans 9:20)
- Proud response to what God has ordained in your life
2. Lack of gratitude (2 Chron. 32:25)
- We who are saved should be the most thankful people on earth
3. Anger (Prov. 28:25; Matt. 20:1-16)
4. Seeing yourself as better than others (Luke 7:36-50)
5. Having an inflated view of your importance, gifts, abilities (Acts 12:21-23)
6. Being focused on the lack of your gifts and abilities (1 Cor. 12:14-25)
7. Perfectionism (Matthew 23:21-28)
8. Talking too much (Prov. 10:19)
9. Talking too much about yourself (Prov. 27:2; Gal. 6:3)
- G.K. Chesterton: You are like the donkey who thinks all the shouts and palms are for him rather than who he carries
10. Seeking independence or control (1 Cor. 1:10-13; Eph. 5:21)
- We are dependent on Christ and need the Body
11. Being consumes with what others thing (Gal. 1:10)
12. Being unteachable (Prov. 19:20; John 9:13-34)
13. Being devastated or angered by criticism (Prov. 13:1)
14. Being sarcastic, hurtful, degrading, talking down to people (Prov. 12:18, 24)
15. A lack of service (Gal. 5:13, Eph. 2:10)
16. A lack of compassion (Matthew 5:7, 18:23-35)
17. Being defensive or blame-shifting (Genesis 3:12-13; Prov. 12:1)
18. A lack of admitting when you are wrong (Prov. 10:17)
19. A lack of asking for forgiveness (Matthew 5:23-24)
20. A lack of Biblical prayer (Luke 18:10-14)
21. Resisting authority or being disrespectful (1 Peter 2:13-17)
22. Voicing preferences or opinions when not asked for (Philippians 2:1-4)
23. Minimizing your own sin and shortcomings (Matt 7:3-5)
- I have the speck, you have the log
24. Maximizing other's sin and shortcomings (Matt 7:3-5; Luke 18:9-14)
25. Being impatient or irritable with others (Eph 4:31-32)
26. Being jealous or envious (1 Corinthians 13:4)
27. Using others (Matt 7:12; Phillippians 2:3-4)
28. Being deceitful by covering up sins, faults, and mistakes (Prov. 11:3, 28:13)
29. Using attention-getting tactics (1 Peter 3:3-4)
30. Not having close relationships (Prov. 18:1-2; Hebrews 10:24-25)
31. Etc.
Manifestations of Humility
1. Recognizing and trusting God's character (Psalm 119:66)
2. Seeing yourself as having no right to question or judge an Almighty and Perfect God (Psalm 145: 17; Romans 9:19-23)
- You can ask Him questions, but don't put him up on the stand and think you're the judge
3. Focusing on Christ (Philippians 1:21; Hebrews 12:1-2)
4. Biblical praying and a great deal of it (1 Thessalonians 5:17; 1 Tim. 2:1-2)
5. Being overwhelmed with God's undeserved grace and goodness toward you (Psalm 116:12-19)
6. Thankfulness and gratitude in general toward others (1 Thess. 5:18)
7. Being gentle and patient (Colossians 3:12-14)
8. Seeing yourself as no better than others (Romans 12:16: Eph 3:8)
9. Having an accurate view of your gifts and abilities (Rom. 12:3)
10. Being a good listener (James 1:19; Phillip. 2:3-4)
11. Talking about others only if it is good or for their good (Prov 11:13)
12. Being gladly submissive and obedient to those in authority (Rom 12:1-2, 13:1-2)
13. Preferring others over yourself (Romans 12:10)
14. Being thankful for criticism or reproof (Prov. 9:8, 27:5-6)
15. Having a teachable spirit (Prov. 9:9)
16. Seeking always to build up others (Ephesians 4:20)
17. Serving (Gal 5:13)
18. Quickness in admitting when you are wrong (Prov. 29:23)
- Mark of spiritual maturity is how quickly you deal with sin
19. A quickness in granting and asking for forgiveness (Col. 3:12-14)
20. Repenting of sine as a way of life (Col. 3:1-4; 1 Tim 4:7-9)
- Always turning form sin and to Christ
21. Minimizing others' sins or shortcomings in comparison to one's own (Matt 7:3-4)
22. Being genuinely glad for others (Romans 12:15)
- Rejoicing with those who rejoice, especially when it is something that would have benefitted you
23. Being honest and open about who you are and the areas in which you need growth (Phillip. 3:12-14; Gal. 6:2)
24. Possessing close relationships (Acts 20:31-38)
25. Etc.
