And thus we see that there are five good reasons why we should learn the lesson of humility. These are the command of Christ; the example of Christ; the comfort that humility gives; the usefulness to which it leads; and the blessing that attends it.

The first verse of the hymn we often sing contains a very suitable prayer to offer when we think of the lesson of humility we have now been considering:

"Lord forever at thy side

Let my place and portion be;

Strip me of the robe of pride

Clothe me with humility."


CHRIST AND THE LITTLE CHILDREN