When God, who is the best shepherd of all, comes out in the open with his rule, he’ll see that you’ve done it right and commend you lavishly. And you who are younger must follow your leaders. But all of you, leaders and followers alike, are to be down to earth with each other, for— God has had it with the proud, But takes delight in just plain people. So be content with who you are, and don’t put on airs. God’s strong hand is on you; he’ll promote you at the right time. Live carefree before God; he is most careful with you. -1 Peter‬ ‭5:4-7‬ (msg)

I may be alone on this (I don’t think I am though), but I am having a hard time thinking of many things more beautiful than a plain and simple, humble heart. In a world where it seems most people are jockeying for any position except the one they are in or just fighting to be noticed, it is truly a treasure to spend time with the humble at heart: those content and carefree because they know God is Complete and Good. I’m learning and am so grateful God will continue to draw me into Himself so that I too can be complete in Him. It has been a humbling journey to witness the layers He has removed from my hardened state, and I am so grateful. Don’t stop now Lord!

That’s why my cup is running over. This is the assigned moment for him to move into the center, while I slip off to the sidelines. -John‬ ‭3:29b-30‬ (msg)