(NIV) James 3:13 “Who is wise and understanding among you?  Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.”

  The best example of humility, other than Christ Jesus, is seen in the personality of Moses, after the burning bush experience in the desert. (See Exodus 3:1-22)

(NIV) Numbers 12:3 “(Now Moses was a very humble man, more humble than anyone else on the face of the earth.)”

  Moses became a man of power and influence.  God gave him the daunting task of leading Israelite slaves out of Egypt and forging them into a nation.

  Over and over in the book of Numbers we read that the Israelites would grumble and complain as they went from campsite to campsite in the wilderness.  And what would Moses do?  He would fall facedown and pray, seeking God’s guidance.  Over and over, Moses cried out to God when the people would complain.  And God would give him specific guidance.  Moses was teachable under God…but stood firm, not wavering before the people.

  Moses’ example is to be our example to follow:
(NIV) Psalm 25:9 “He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them his way.”

  We are to seek God, to find out what pleases Him!  How teachable are you?  Sometimes I am, and sometimes…not!

(NASB) James 4:10 “Humble yourselves in the presence of the Lord, and He will exalt you.”

  How often do you seek God’s counsel before you come to a solution or a conclusion?  Are your “deeds done in humility”?

(NIV) 1 Peter 5:5-7 “…All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because,
     “God opposes the proud
      But gives grace to the humble.”
6Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.  7Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”