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Writer's pictureEv. Dennis Kalonji

The Humble Servant: Following Jesus’ Example of Humility in the Bible

Jesus Christ stands as the ultimate model of humility, a theme that is woven throughout the Bible. His life and teachings provide us with a clear example of how to live humbly and serve others, embodying the heart of a servant.


One of the most profound acts of humility displayed by Jesus is when He washed His disciples’ feet, as recounted in John 13:1-17. This act was usually reserved for servants, yet Jesus, their Master and Teacher, knelt to serve them. His message was clear: greatness in God’s kingdom is not about power or status, but about serving others with a humble heart.


In Philippians 2:5-8, Paul describes Jesus’ humility, stating that though He was in the form of God, He did not consider equality with God something to be grasped. Instead, He took on the nature of a servant and became obedient to death on a cross. Jesus’ willingness to lower Himself for the sake of humanity is the ultimate expression of humility.


For believers today, following Jesus’ example of humility means putting others before ourselves, seeking to serve rather than be served, and recognizing that true greatness comes through selfless love. By imitating Jesus, we live out a humility that honors God and reflects His love to the world.

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