Jesus Set the Pattern of Humility - "WHOEVER HUMBLES HIMSELF WILL BE EXALTED"

Jesus' humble attitude resulted in joy and blessings for many.  Jehovah was happy because of his Son's obedience.  The apostles and disciples were comforted and encouraged by the mild and humble way Jesus treated them. By being a good example for them, teaching them, and commending them, he helped them become better servants of God.  Jesus helped many others  by teaching them, and giving them what they needed. Actually,  because of Jesus' sacrifice, all humans who have faith in him will have blessings for all eternity. 

What about Jesus?  Did he benefit from being humble?  Yes, he did. How?  Jesus himself said: "Whoever humbles himself will be exalted." (Matthew 23:12) Paul explained that this is exactly what happened to Jesus.  Paul said: "God exalted him to a superior position and kindly gave him the name that is above every other name, so that in the name of Jesus every knee should bend of those in heaven and those on earth and those under the ground, and every tongue should openly acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of God the Father."  Because Jesus was humble while on earth, Jehovah God "exalted," or honored, his Son by giving him authority over all those in heaven and on earth. - PHILIPPIANS 2:9-11. 

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