How Humility Transforms Relationships and Influence
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How can humility transform the way you treat and influence others?
In this episode, Bill and Scott delve into the transformative power of humility as a relational and spiritual principle. They explore how trusting God and others with our true selves allows us to experience grace, love, and purpose.
Topics Bill and Scott discuss in this episode:
* Humility as a relational truth that involves trusting God with who you are.
* The Biblical principle that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.
* Why self-degradation is not a path to godliness but dishonors God’s gift of life.
* The parable of the Pharisee and the publican as a caution against self-righteousness.
* How humility changes the way we view and treat others, leading to love and honor.
* The importance of letting God be the initiator in our spiritual journey.
* Recognizing others as gifts rather than competitors or burdens.
* Humility as both a gift from God and a relational practice that impacts influence.
Chapters:
(02:05) Understanding Humility Through 2 Timothy
(04:30) Humility as Trusting God with Who You Are
(07:00) The Pharisee and the Publican: Lessons on Pride
(10:15) Humility’s Impact on Relationships and Influence
(13:30) How Grace Transforms Our Hearts
(16:45) Trusting God and Others with Yourself
This episode was brought to you by Bill Thrall, Scott Boyd, and the Living Influence team.
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