"10 Sure Marks of Humility"

Humilty is one of those things we often see the need of but have trouble wrapping our mind around. Just saying, "I need to grow in humility," often does not translate to true growth in humility. I have found, in my life, that true, biblical change only occurs as I repent specifically rather than in generalities.

Tim Challies, a Christian blogger, recently went through the book A Godly Man's Picture, which is by the puritan Thomas Watson. He helpfully summarizes the main points of some sections, and one post summarizes some marks of humility. I list the headings below, and if you are looking to grow in humility, you might find it helpful to look at his article.

1. A humble person thinks little of himself. [though don't mistake this for self-pity which is a form of pride - see my post on self-pity here].
2. A humble person thinks better of others than of himself.
3. A humble person has a low assessment of his spiritual disciplines.
4. A humble person complains about his heart, not his circumstances.
5. A humble person praises God in times of trouble.
6. A humble person magnifies Christ.
7. A humble person accepts reproof for sin.
8. A humble person is content to be eclipsed by others.
9. A humble person accepts the condition God sees best for him.
10. A humble person will stoop to the lowest person and lowest tasks.

For more help in specifically fighting pride and growing in humility, you might find Stuart Scott's booklet "From Pride to Humility" helpful. He lists specific manifestations of pride and humility.