True humility comes from a right understanding of God from "summary" of Crazy Love by Francis Chan
True humility is not something we can manufacture on our own. It is not a personality trait or a skill that we can learn through practice. True humility comes from a right understanding of God. When we truly grasp the greatness of God and His infinite power, wisdom, and holiness, we are humbled by our own insignificance in comparison. This understanding of God's greatness puts everything into perspective and reveals our true place in the universe. Humility is not thinking less of ourselves; it is thinking of ourselves less. When we have a right understanding of God, we no longer feel the need to constantly draw attention to ourselves or seek recognition and praise from others. Instead, we are content to live in the shadow of God's glory, knowing that He alone deserves all honor and glory. This humility is not a sign of weakness, but of strength. It takes great courage and faith to let go of ou...
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