Mary, the soon-to-be mother of Jesus, gave insight into God’s preference for humility when she sang, “He has been mindful  of the humble state of his servant … He has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble.”

God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.

DAILY PRAYER: Lord, we humble ourselves under Your might hand. Forgive us for our arrogance and pride.

DAILY READING: Luke 1