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Be humble Quote by Charles Spurgeon

“Every Christian has a choice between being humble or being humbled.” quote by Charles Spurgeon
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“Every Christian has a choice between being humble or being humbled.”

Charles Spurgeon

About This Quote

Source Sermon: "The Choice of Humility", 1865

Christians must choose between modesty that comes from within and being forced into humility by circumstances.

In simple terms: Choose humility, avoid forced humility.

Key Takeaway

Embrace modesty, resist ego.

Themes

humility faith spiritual growth

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • church leadership
  • personal crises
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

pride humbling experiences

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you seek humility or avoid it?
  • How does humility shape your faith?
A Different Perspective

Humility forced upon you can breed resentment.

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