A. W. Pink rightly says: Humility is not the product of…
““A. W. Pink rightly says: Humility is not the product of direct cultivation, rather it is a by-product. The more I try to be humble, the less shall I attain unto humility. But if I am truly occupied with that One who was "meek and lowly in heart," if I am constantly beholding His glory in the mirror of God's Word, then shall I be "changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord" (2 Cor. 3:18).24””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Humility cannot be forced; it emerges when we focus on God’s greatness rather than our own efforts.
In simple terms: True humility comes from focusing on God, not self‑effort.
Key Takeaway
Seek God’s glory, not personal modesty.
Themes
humility
spiritual growth
self‑effort
divine transformation
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- scripture study
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual formation
self‑knowledge
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you shift focus from self to divine?
- What practices nurture humility without forcing it?
A Different Perspective
Humility may feel impossible without divine help.