Lower to Rise
Brethren, here is the path to the higher life. Down, lower down! This was what Jesus ever said to the disciples who were thinking of being great in the kingdom, and of sitting on His right hand and His left. Seek not, ask not for exaltation; that is God’s work. Look to it that you abase and humble yourselves, and take no place before God or man but that of servant; that is your work; let that be your one purpose and prayer. God is faithful. Just as water ever seeks and fills the lowest place, so the moment God finds the creature abased and empty, His glory and power flow in to exalt and to bless. He that humbles himself—that must be our one care—shall be exalted; that is God’s care; by His mighty power and in His great love He will do it.
—Andrew Murray
Jesus made it clear to His disciples: the path to greatness in God’s Kingdom is not up, but down. Our calling is not to seek exaltation, but to humble ourselves—to take the posture of a servant before God and others. Like water flowing to the lowest place, God’s presence and power fill those who are emptied of pride and self-importance.
Humility is our work; exaltation is God’s. When we choose to go lower—serving, listening, and loving without seeking recognition—we make room for God to lift us in His time and His way. In the Kingdom, true elevation always begins with bowing low. —DH
—David Hoskins, Founder & Care Guide, Sanctuary Clinics