Humility – Preparing The Soil

Why Humility Matters

In this powerful message, guest speaker Paul Johnson brings us back to the foundation of Christian living: humility. We have been studying the truth that “Everything you need is in the seed,” but Paul asks the piercing question: What if the soil of your heart is bad? Pride can harden the soil of our hearts and choke out the fruit that God desires. Humility, on the other hand, makes our hearts soft and open, ready for the Word of God to take root.

The Deceptive Nature of Pride

Paul reminds us that much of the opposition we face in the church isn’t from demons or principalities—it’s from pride. Pride blinds us to our own weaknesses while magnifying the flaws of others. Pride convinces us that life is about “me,” when in reality, apart from God there is no good thing in us. Humility breaks this cycle by cutting us low, teaching us dependence on Christ, and restoring our unity as the body of Christ.

The Attitude of Christ

Drawing from Philippians 2;1–13, Paul shows us that Jesus Himself modeled humility. Though He existed in the form of God, He emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, and humbled Himself to the point of death on the cross. This is the true attitude of humility—laying down privilege, rejecting pride, and serving others in love.

Walking in Humility Today

Humility is not weakness, self-pity, or insecurity. It is strength under surrender. When we humble ourselves before the Lord, He lifts us up (James 4;10). The call to humility is not optional for believers—it is essential. As Paul Johnson emphasizes, humility prepares the soil of our hearts so God’s Word can grow and bear lasting fruit.

If you are ready to uproot pride and embrace the power of humility, this message will both challenge and encourage you. Let God shape your heart today into good soil, where His truth can flourish and bring glory to the name of Jesus.

Key Scriptures: Philippians 2:1–11, James 4:10, James 4:6, Matthew 7:21–23, Isaiah 53:8