30 Day Challenge: A Walk Through ProverbsНамуна

Day Twenty-Nine

Read Proverbs 29

The Bible is full of counterintuitive statements. We see them in many of Jesus’ teachings like “the last will be first,” “dying to ourselves,” “losing your life to gain it,” etc. Here in Proverbs we see many other paradoxes, one being in verse 23 of today’s chapter. It tells us, “One’s pride will bring him low, but he who is lowly in spirit will receive honor.”

Reflect 

What other verses have you seen that seem to contradict modern thinking?

Engage 

What do you think it means to be lowly in spirit? (Hint: It is not thinking less of yourself or beating yourself up… think about humility.)

What does that look like for you in your life? 

An Extra Mile

One way to humble ourselves is by putting other people’s needs first. Take a moment and write some notes of encouragement to a friend in need, or even to someone you may not get along with. Volunteer your time, take out the garbage for your parents—find something that helps you practice being lowly in spirit.