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In fact, God treats us with even greater kindness, just as the Scriptures say, "God opposes everyone who is proud, but he blesses all who are humble with undeserved grace." English Revised Version But he giveth more grace.
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James 4:6-10. But he — God, giveth more grace — To all those...
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Wherefore the scripture'saith, God resisteth the proud, but...
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As the Scriptures say, “God opposes the proud but gives...
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Wherefore the scripture'saith, God resisteth the proud, but...
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But he giveth greater grace. Wherefore he saith: God...
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Therefore it says, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to...
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Mar 17, 2022 · In the midst of addressing this issue, James quotes Proverbs 3:34: “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble” (ESV). Exalting ourselves pushes God out of His rightful place in our lives, and He will humble us “because the Lord disciplines the one he loves” (Hebrews 12:6).
You younger men, likewise, be subject to your elders; and all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, for God is opposed to the proud, but gives grace to the humble.
Therefore it says, “God is opposed to the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” Therefore, prepare your minds for action, keep sober in spirit, fix your hope completely on the grace to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.
- Colossians 3:12. 12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.
- Ephesians 4:2. 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Read Chapter All Versions.
- James 4:6. 6 But he gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.” Read Chapter All Versions.
- James 4:10. 10 Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up. Read Chapter All Versions.
The Bible frequently mentions humility as a righteous characteristic, putting God above ourselves, praising His glory and power. Browse Bible verses about humility in this collection of related scripture quotes.
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Feb 3, 2022 · If we need more grace, God gives more grace. The New Living Translation says, “He gives grace generously.” If we humble ourselves, God will supply all the grace we need to abide by His commands (2 Corinthians 12:9; Proverbs 3:34; 1 Peter 5:5).