Gospel – Luke 14:1, 7-14 Humbled & Exhaulted
Jesus challenges the practice of inviting only friends,relatives, and the

wealthy to feasts. Instead, He encourages us to invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind, for they cannot repay us. This
echoes the teachings of Jesus in Matthew 25:35-36, where He identifies with those in need, saying, “I was hungry, and you gave me something to eat.”
Furthermore, this passage reminds us of the concept of heavenly reward. Jesus suggests that those who give without expecting anything in return will be blessed at the resurrection of the righteous. This aligns with Jesus’ teachings on storing up treasures in heaven (Matthew 6:19-21).
Pride can lead to embarrassment and loss: Jesus warns against assuming our own importance and seeking recognition. When we exalt ourselves, we risk being humbled by others. It is better to approach situations with humility, allowing God to exalt us when it is appropriate. (Luke 14:11, James 4:6).

How can we humble ourselves to be exalted by God?
We can humble ourselves to be exalted by God by taking the lower position and allowing others to be honored before us. This means not seeking recognition or the best seat for ourselves, but instead being willing to serve and uplift others. We show our dependence on God and our willingness to follow His example of love and service by demonstrating humility and selflessness in our actions and attitudes.

True humility involves recognizing our own imperfections and weaknesses, and acknowledging that our worth comes from God rather than from our own achievements or status. When we approach God with a humble heart, we open ourselves to His grace and guidance, allowing Him to exalt us in His perfect timing and according to His divine plan greatness comes through humble service.

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