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A life built on humility

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“Life is a series of snapshots that define us.”

Marc Estes

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“God blesses those who are humble for they will inherit the whole earth.”

Matthew 5:5

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Humility

• Does not fight against God.• Recognizes personal need

for God.• Has a balanced self-

perspective.

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Humility

• Is a lack of guile; it’s unpretentious

• Is gentle and kind toward others

• Is strength balanced by humility

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The Humility of Mary

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“Walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness…”

Ephesians 4:1-2

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Mary was dependent on God.

“The Lord is with you…” Luke 1:28

“I am the Lord’s servant…”Luke 1:38

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“…be clothed with humility for God… gives grace to the humble.”

1 Peter 5:5

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Mary had vision & perspective

“Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.”

Luke 2:19

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“He leads the humble in justice, and He teaches the humble His way.”

Psalm 25:9

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Mary humbly released him into god’s hands

“The fear of the Lord is the instruction for wisdom, and before honor comes humility.”

Proverbs 15:33

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1st release: baby dedication

“And a sword will pierce your own soul too.”

Luke 2:35

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2nd release: Adolescence

“Why were you searching for me? ... Didn’t you know…?”

Luke 2:41-50

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3rd release: Adulthood

“Why do you involve Me?”

John 2:4

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4th release: Calling & destiny

“Near the cross of Jesus stood His mother…”

John 19:25

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