Clothe Yourself in Humility (Colossians 3:12, Philippians 2:3-4, John 13:5-17)

Renewed / Clothed with Humility

October 8, 2023

Colossians 3:12; Philippians 2:3-8

Study Questions

Colossians 3:12 calls believers in Jesus to be clothed with humility. Do you believe this virtue is admired in today’s society? Why/why not?

How do we see humility as a godly characteristic revealed in Jesus Christ the Son of God? (See Philippians 2:5-8; Luke 2:7,16; 9:58; Matthew 13:55; Hebrews 5:7; Matthew 20:28; Isaiah 53:7.)

What is the fruit of humility in the life of a Christ-follower? (See Philippians 2:3-4.)

What are the rewards of practicing godly humility? (See 1 Peter 5:6; 2 Corinthians 12:9; John 13:12-20.)

In what area do you struggle most with humility? Where do you tend to judge other people the most? In what ways are you overly self-focused, either with anxiety, pride, insecurity, self-promotion, or worry?

Are you willing to listen to Biblical instruction and correction? Is there any area in your life where you insist on going your own way and are unwilling to walk in humble obedience to the Lord? What in your life is competing with obedience to God or the duties He has given you?

According to Philippians 2:3-4, is there someone in your life you need to actively consider more important than yourself? How can you seek to humbly show preference to that person over your own desires or wants?

*The last 3 questions were adopted and modified from: Three Questions: Humility: Melissa Kruger, The Gospel Coalition, January 19, 2016