Bible Explorer for the Young (Esther)Sample

God Exalts the Humble

Matthew 23:12

For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.

While Haman was finally punished by King Xerxes, Mordecai was given a signet ring. A signet ring was a symbol of full royal authority. Mordecai was exalted to a higher position, a position where Haman was placed before. Esther appointed Mordecai over the house of Haman. Wow, what a promotion!

This was how God exalted a humble person like Mordecai. A short while ago, Mordecai was just a low rank officer in the palace gate. The next moment, he became the second highest rank after King Xerxes. Esther 10 says that he was the most important man among the Jews. And his fellow Jews respected him very much. 

Who, but God alone, could do such a thing? When God exalts His people, it is not for them to glorify their own names. God has a purpose for promoting His people. His purpose is for them to do greater things so that His plan will be fulfilled.

Let’s be humble under His mighty hand. Wait patiently for the honour that comes only from Him at His perfect time. God exalts the humble.

Prayer

Dear God, let me always be humble under Your mighty hands as all the rewards and honour come from You alone in Your perfect time to lift Your name high. Amen.