Grace to You: Radio Podcast

Fundamental Christian Attitudes: Humility B

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Oct 17, 2025
John MacArthur, a veteran Bible teacher and pastor renowned for his expository preaching, discusses the essential role of humility in Christian character. He explains humility as crucial for church life, alongside faith and obedience. MacArthur warns about the dangers of spiritual pride stemming from extraordinary experiences and emphasizes the importance of suffering as a tool for humbling believers. He urges listeners to measure their humility against Christ's example and highlights that true strength is found in weakness and dependence on God.
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INSIGHT

Humility As A Central Spiritual Virtue

  • Humility ranks among the most central spiritual virtues, on par with faith and obedience.
  • God actively humbles believers to prevent pride after spiritual successes.
ANECDOTE

Paul's Thorn Keeps Him Grounded

  • Paul received unparalleled revelations yet focused on his weaknesses rather than boasting.
  • God gave him a "thorn in the flesh" to keep him humble despite divine experiences.
INSIGHT

God Uses Adversity To Perfect Power

  • God may allow even demonic opposition or church turmoil to humble His servants.
  • Paul learned that weakness is where Christ's power is perfected.
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