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I am not fit to stoop down and untie the thong of his sandals
(Mark 1:7; NASB).
1. You love me, Lord,
Though I’m not fit
For anything but blame;
And talk with me,
Though I’m not fit
To speak your sacred name.
2. You comfort me,
Though I’m not fit
To call on you in prayer;
And ransom me,
Though I’m not fit
To warrant all your care.
3. You treasure me,
Though I’m not fit
To be your humble slave;
And cherish me,
Though I’m not fit
To rescue from the grave.
4. You shelter me,
Though I’m not fit
To contemplate your grace;
And smile on me,
Though I’m not fit
To gaze upon your face.
I am not worthy of all the unfailing love and faithfulness
you have shown to me, your servant
(Genesis 32:10; NLT).
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References
1. I’m just a worm, less than human (Psalm 22:6; CEB).
We dare not mention the name of the Lord (Amos 6:10; NKJV).
2. I who am but dust and ashes have taken it upon myself to speak to the Lord (Genesis 18:27; NKJV).
Father, I have sinned against both heaven and you, and I am no longer worthy of being called your son (Luke 15:21; NLT).
3. I’m not even worthy to be his slave and untie the straps of his sandals (Luke 3:16; NLT).
You brought me up from the grave, O Lord. You kept me from falling into the pit of death (Psalm 30:3; NLT).
Rescue him from the grave, for I have found a ransom for his life (Job 33:24; NLT).
4. As my glorious presence passes by, I will hide you in the crevice of the rock and cover you with my hand until I have passed by (Exodus 33:22; NKJV).
Lord, do not trouble yourself by coming to my home, for I am not worthy of such an honour (Luke 7:6; NLT).
Righteousness smiles down from heaven (Psalm 85:11; NLT).
“I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” John 15:5.
A proper measure of Christian humility is a rare thing these days, but is much needed. Thank you for this, Ruth. He is God and we are not!
Amen David.
Thank you so much, David XXXXX
Such a humbling meditation Ruth, thank you sister. We can never appreciate enough how unworthy we are before a Holy God. The riches of His Grace poured on us each day is beyond our understanding, we can only accept and adore Him.
Kindest of friends, you are absolutely right XXXXX