2. This Morning’s Bible Text
Acts 21:17-26
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5. James 4:6; 1 Peter 5:5-6
"...God is opposed to the proud, but gives grace to the humble."
“You younger ones (in the faith), likewise, be subject to your elders; and all of you; clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, for GOD STANDS IN OPPOSITION TO THE PROUD, BUT GIVES GRACE TO THE HUMBLE. Therefore, be humbled under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you at the proper time.” (personal paraphrase).

6. The “Big” Idea
God’s purposes in reaching people with the gospel of Christ are advanced as we humbly submit ourselves to God; to one another; to godly leaders; and to the spiritual needs of others.

7. True, biblical faith is seen in…
Accountability to practical fellowship (17-18)
17 After we arrived in Jerusalem, the brethren received us gladly. 18 And the following day Paul went in with us to James, and all the elders were present.
Accountable to participate in the fellowship (meeting the needs) of the church (17)
Accountable to submit to church leaders (18)

8. True, biblical faith is seen in…
Acknowledging the providence of God in life’s happenings (19-20a)
19 After he had greeted them, he began to relate one by one the things which God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry. 20 And when they heard it they began glorifying God…
Acknowledging God; not self (19)

9. (please look up in your bible):
Luke 17:7-10
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10. (please look up in your bible):
1 Corinthians 4:6-7
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11. (please look up in your bible):
1 Corinthians 3:5-7
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12. (please look up in your bible):
Romans 15:18
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13. Question
How do you know whether you are practicing biblical, Christ-like humility?
Are other believers worshipping God because of the things you are relating to them?

14. Resolves for the week
Resolve to be engaged with other believers at some times in addition to Sunday for the purpose of talking about what God is doing in your life.
Resolve to acknowledge God in the midst of your week and circumstances. Look for how He is working in your life and be prepared to share that with other believers