1 PETER 1
5 Likewise, you who are younger, be subject to the elders. Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” 6 Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, 7 casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. 8 Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. 9 Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world. 10 And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you. 11 To him be the dominion forever and ever. Amen. – 1 Peter 1:5-11
1 PETER 1 CLOTHE IN HUMILITY
A poem by ILMA inspired by these verses
The Lord God hates and opposes the haughty and arrogant
Clothe yourselves in humility under the mighty hand of God
Do not be fretful about anything for the Lord knows your needs
Be watchful of the schemes of the devil; he wants you to sin
Meditate on the word of God for it is the sword of your Spirit
When you do so, you will be victorious to fight the devil
Obey God’s law for it will be your protection against attacks
It will renew your mind, restore and strengthen your heart.
Peter writes to the church giving them instructions how to clothe themselves in humility. Here are the ways we wear humility as followers of Christ:
· Submit to authority – God emphasizes the importance of following the order that he sampled for
the believers. Being accountable to the one assigned to you by God shows that you will also be obedient to his laws and will.
· Be meek and remember that you are in covenant with God – By recalling this covenant, we can
always humbly know God is above us and we below him. He is our God and we are his people.
· Fret for nothing – this shows that you know that God is in control and that he is all-knowing and
our provider and shield. When we are not anxious, we trust him in all things.
· Be self-controlled and watchful – if you rely on God, you will have peace and calm and he will
give you discernment when you are being tempted to sin.
· Know your enemy & have a soldier mentality – Being aware of the schemes and tactics of the
the devil gives you an edge to overcoming his ploys and snares and always ready to wear the armor or God.
· Embrace and rejoice in suffering – when you see suffering as a path to endure and grow your faith,
you will be grateful that God is strengthening you. You will be amazed in the grace you are given. It will grow endurance, your character and will mature your faith.
REFLECTION
· Which of these pointers for clothing yourself in humility are you still struggling with and why?
