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EPISODE · Oct 21, 2025 · 5 MIN

What is Real Humility?

from Daily Devotions for Busy Lives

Real humility isn’t putting yourself down; it’s lifting others up. In this episode, discover how walking humbly with God brings freedom, joy, and grace to every relationship in your life.Have you ever wondered what humility really looks like?Some people think humility means downplaying your gifts or pretending you’re not good at something, but that’s not humility at all. True humility is knowing whose you are, being secure in God’s love, and using your life to serve others rather than yourself.In today’s devotion, you’ll hear the inspiring story of Rich Mullins, the songwriter behind “Awesome God,” who chose to live on an average laborer’s income and give the rest away. His quiet generosity and simple lifestyle showed the world what it means to walk humbly with God.Main Scripture:Micah 6:8 – “No, O people, the LORD has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.”Supporting Scripture:Philippians 2:3 – “Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves.”By the end of this episode, you’ll discover:Why humility is strength, not weaknessHow to serve others without needing to be noticedWhat it looks like to walk humbly with God every dayToday’s Challenge:Find one simple, quiet way to serve someone this week, without telling anyone about it. Maybe it’s an act of kindness, a note of encouragement, or helping where no one expects it.Then pray, “Lord, help me to walk humbly with You and reflect Your grace today.”Encouraged by today’s devotion?Share this episode with someone who models quiet humility in your life, or someone who could use encouragement to live with grace.https://www.dailydevotionsforbusylives.com/91And if this podcast has blessed you, please follow and leave a review, as it helps more people find hope and encouragement in God’s Word.https://www.dailydevotionsforbusylives.com/reviews/new/Support the showIf this podcast encourages you, consider becoming a monthly supporter; your gift helps me keep sharing God’s Word and bringing these devotions to life each weekday. Become a supporter today.Connect with BartFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dailydevotionsforbusylivesWebsite: https://www.dailydevotionsforbusylives.comFeeling spiritually drained? Start here. Download your free copy of my eBook Making Time for Jesus here.Mentioned in this episode:Join Our Private Facebook CommunityIf you're looking for a place to connect with other Daily Devotions listeners and pray for each other, I'd love for you to join our private Facebook community group. Come find us at https://www.dailydevotionsforbusylives.com/groupSubscribe to the NewsletterIf you’d like weekly encouragement delivered straight to your inbox, plus a free copy of my eBook Making Time for Jesus, sign up for the Daily Devotions for Busy Lives newsletter at https://www.dailydevotionsforbusylives.com/subscribe.

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Send me a text Real humility isn’t putting yourself down; it’s lifting others up. In this episode, discover how walking humbly with God brings freedom, joy, and grace to every relationship in your life. Have you ever wondered what humility really looks like? Some people think humility means downplaying your gifts or pretending you’re not good at something, but that’s not humility at all. True humility is knowing whose you are, being secure in God’s love, and using your life to serve others ra...

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