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The Power of Humility

This parable, mentioned in the reading, contrasts the prayer of a Pharisee and a tax collector. The Pharisee's prayer is full of pride, while the tax collector humbly asks for mercy. Jesus concludes that it was the tax collector who went home justified. Today, reflect on the power of humility in your spiritual life. How often do you approach God with a heart of genuine repentance and need? Consider areas in your life where you might be acting more like the Pharisee, comparing yourself favorably to others. Ask God to cultivate a humble heart within you, one that recognizes its constant need for His grace and mercy.