Enrolling in the Jesus School of Humility

AMEN BIBLE STUDY Enrolling in the Jesus School of Humility I Peter 5:5-6 March 6, 2008

I. We all do dumb stuff!

Key Questions: 1. What does Jesus-like humility look like? 2. Why does that matter? 3. How do I actually grow to become an authentically humble person?

II. Peter’s teaching on humility I Peter 5:5-6

 Where does Peter get off teaching about humility?

III. Two Bookends to Peter’s journey in humility

A. Peter at his worst: John 13

Vintage Peter – filled with confidence & pride “Lord, why can’t I follow you now? I will lay down my life for you.”

 Jesus, I’ll follow, I’m your guy!

B. Peter at his best: Luke 5:1-9

Problem!  When Peter knew the most about Jesus, he is the least humble!

IV. Church involvement can keep you from cultivating Jesus-like humility. Philippians 2:5-8

Who can win the: 1. Best servant award 2. Most committed award 3. Quickest to the Bible verse award 4. Sacrificial giving award 5. Regular in worship award

 How has life gone in your little kingdom this week?

V. Baby steps for the humility challenged

1. Practice giving preference to others 2. Practice learning from others 3. Practice the posture of receiving 4. Practice surrendering your plans to God

AMEN Complete Handout 3/6/08 Page 1 of 1