SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH HUMILITY
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: James 4:6
Key Verse: “But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.” (James 4:6, KJV)
Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:34; 1 Peter 5:5-6; Isaiah 57:15; Psalm 138:6; Micah 6:8
INTRODUCTION
Humility is one of the most powerful yet misunderstood virtues in the Christian life. Many associate humility with weakness, but in God’s kingdom, humility is strength under divine control. It is the posture of the heart that recognises God as the source of all sufficiency and willingly submits to His authority. Where humility is absent, divine help is resisted; where humility abounds, grace flows freely.
Scripture consistently teaches that God’s response to humanity is determined by posture, not status. God does not oppose the weak; He opposes the proud. Pride shuts the door to divine assistance, while humility opens it wide. Humility attracts grace, and grace is the carrier of divine help. Without grace, effort becomes exhausting and progress becomes difficult.
This message reveals that securing divine help is inseparably connected to walking in humility. Those who humble themselves before God enjoy supernatural support, divine lifting, and sustained victory. Humility is therefore not optional for destiny fulfilment; it is essential.
1. HUMILITY ATTRACTS DIVINE GRACE AND HELP
Humility draws God’s grace, and grace is the channel through which divine help is released. Where grace flows, burdens become lighter and battles become easier.
a) God gives grace to the humble (James 4:6)
Grace is divine enablement, and it is freely released to those who walk humbly before God.
b) The humble enjoy God’s favour (Proverbs 3:34)
God actively resists pride but intentionally favours the humble.
c) Grace supplies supernatural strength (2 Corinthians 12:9)
When human weakness meets humility, divine strength is released.
d) Humility sustains access to divine help (Psalm 138:6)
Though God is high, He takes special notice of the lowly.
Biblical Example:
Mary humbled herself before God and declared, “Be it unto me according to thy word,” and divine help brought forth the miracle of the virgin birth (Luke 1:38, 46-49).
2. HUMILITY POSITIONS BELIEVERS FOR DIVINE LIFTING
God does not lift the self-exalted; He lifts those who bow before Him. Humility precedes honour and elevation.
When believers humble themselves, God assumes responsibility for their promotion.
a) God lifts the humble in due time (1 Peter 5:5-6)
Humbling oneself under God’s hand guarantees divine lifting at the right time.
b) Self-exaltation invites downfall (Proverbs 16:18)
Pride attracts resistance and eventual humiliation.
c) Humility entrusts promotion to God (Psalm 75:6-7)
True promotion comes from God, not self-effort.
d) Divine lifting comes with divine help (Isaiah 60:22)
When God lifts a person, He also supplies the help to sustain the elevation.
Biblical Example:
Joseph remained humble through betrayal and imprisonment, and God lifted him to the throne with divine help to govern Egypt (Genesis 41:39-44).
3. HUMILITY SUSTAINS CONTINUAL DIVINE HELP
Divine help is not a one-time experience; it is sustained through a humble walk with God. Pride may bring temporary success, but humility preserves long-term help.
Those who remain humble continue to enjoy God’s assistance.
a) Humility keeps the heart teachable (Proverbs 11:2)
A teachable spirit allows God to guide and help consistently.
b) Humility preserves spiritual sensitivity (Isaiah 66:2)
God dwells with those who tremble at His Word.
c) Humility protects from spiritual downfall (1 Corinthians 10:12)
Awareness of dependence on God prevents careless living.
d) Humility strengthens relationships and favour (Romans 12:16)
God uses people to help the humble, not the arrogant.
Biblical Example:
David continually sought God’s counsel and acknowledged his dependence on Him, which sustained divine help throughout his reign (Psalm 27:1-5).
4. HUMILITY INVITES GOD’S PRESENCE AND INTERVENTION
God’s presence is attracted to humility, and where His presence abides, divine help is guaranteed.
Humility creates an atmosphere where God is comfortable to intervene.
a) God dwells with the humble (Isaiah 57:15)
God revives the spirit of the humble and strengthens their hearts.
b) Humility provokes divine attention (2 Chronicles 7:14)
God responds to those who humble themselves and pray.
c) God intervenes on behalf of the lowly (Psalm 10:17)
The humble cry, and God inclines His ear to help them.
d) Humility releases divine direction (Micah 6:8)
Walking humbly with God keeps believers aligned with His will.
Biblical Example:
King Hezekiah humbled himself after pride rose in his heart, and God restored him and preserved his kingdom (2 Chronicles 32:25-26).
CONCLUSION
Humility is a spiritual key that unlocks divine help. God is not looking for those who are self-sufficient but those who are God-dependent. Pride repels God’s assistance, but humility attracts grace, favour, and intervention.
If you desire consistent divine help, cultivate humility in your walk with God and with people. As you humble yourself before the Lord, He will arise to help you, lift you, and sustain you in destiny fulfilment.
PRAYER POINTS
1. Father, clothe me with the spirit of humility.
2. Every root of pride in my heart, be uprooted now.
3. Lord, help me to depend totally on You.
4. Let Your grace rest mightily upon my life.
5. Deliver me from self-sufficiency and arrogance.
6. Father, position me for divine lifting.
7. Let humility preserve me in every season of elevation.
8. Grant me a teachable and obedient heart.
9. Let divine help locate me through humility.
10. I receive grace to walk humbly all the days of my life.
