Humility Is Hard, But Worth It

Humility, expressed by the Hebrew word ʿānāw, refers to a lowly, dependent spirit that trusts in God rather than self. Moses is called very humble (Num 12:3), not because he was weak, but because he submitted fully to God’s authority. The Lord treasures this virtue, saying, “But to this one I will look, to him who is humble and contrite of spirit, and who trembles at My word” (Isa 66:2). Humility opens the heart to God’s instruction, grace, and favor—it is the soil in which spiritual growth takes root.