Our Scripture reading today is Philippians 2:3, "Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves."
One of the keys to having a healthy relationship is found in this verse of Scripture. The little phrase, "lowliness of mind," will make a world of difference if we apply it in our daily lives. It can actually be summed up in one word...HUMILITY. “The apostle knew that, to create concord, you need first to beget lowliness of mind. Men do not quarrel when their ambitions have come to an end.” (Spurgeon)
Our Saviour modeled humility when He left Heaven to live amongst sinners like you and me. He allowed His creation to crucify Him. Philippians 2:8, "And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross." We have a relationship with God today due to the Lord Jesus and His humility. If we all would practice esteeming others above ourselves, we would have a family where everyone is looked up to and no one is looked down on. This will be accomplished only as we die to self and are filled with the Spirit. Today, is a good day to start living this Biblical principle!