Grace to You: Radio Podcast

Fundamental Christian Attitudes: Humility A

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Oct 16, 2025
John MacArthur, a veteran Bible teacher and pastor, dives deep into the essence of humility as a core Christian attitude. He shares insights on the church's identity crisis and the importance of returning to Scripture. MacArthur emphasizes heart transformation, discussing how 'poor in spirit' signifies spiritual bankruptcy necessary for salvation. He reveals that childlike humility is vital for entering the kingdom and highlights how God extends grace to the humble. Additionally, he reflects on Christ's humility as the ultimate model for believers, encouraging ongoing dependence on grace.
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Humility As A Central Spiritual Virtue

  • Humility ranks with faith and obedience as a central spiritual virtue for the church.
  • John MacArthur argues humility is foundational to authentic church life and heart transformation.
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Beatitudes Describe Humble Believers

  • The Beatitudes describe dimensions of humility needed for salvation: spiritual poverty, mourning, meekness, hunger for righteousness.
  • MacArthur links these qualities directly to being in the kingdom and experiencing salvation's benefits.
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Poor In Spirit Means Spiritual Bankruptcy

  • 'Poor in spirit' means utter spiritual bankruptcy and dependence, not material poverty.
  • Salvation belongs to those who recognize their inability to earn righteousness and plead for God's mercy.
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