Humility in a World of Narcissism

Humility

Have you ever thought about the word humility? It is interesting to think of a life filled with an attitude that is not  proud or arrogant, but having a spirit of submission or deferences. I find this hard when I live in a world that preaches narcissism (focused on one self). 


Did you know that there is actually a disease called Narcissistic Personality Disorder? According to Wikipedia, it is "is a personality disorder in which the individual is described as being excessively preoccupied with issues of personal adequacy, power, prestige and vanity."

I didn't think that this could possibly be me, but when I really thought about it, it became evident that even a drop of narcissism and pride, is not a humble personality. The Bible says, "God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble." (James 4:6). God desires us to have a humble spirit.


Moses was considered a humble person by his faithful actions. He was able to have a face to face relationship with God where the other prophets were given dreams and visions. God desires to use people that are humble.


So the question, "What does this look like?" 


I am not sure yet, but when God answers, I will be sure to let you know.