Which other scriptures emphasize God's power to humble and exalt individuals? Setting the Stage with Ezekiel 21:26 “‘This is what the Lord GOD says: Remove the turban and take off the crown. Things will not remain as they are; exalt the humble and humble the exalted.’” Scriptures That Echo the Same Reversal • 1 Samuel 2:7-8 – “The LORD sends poverty and wealth; He humbles and He exalts. He raises the poor from the dust; He lifts the needy from the ash heap. He sets them among princes and bestows on them a throne of honor…” • Psalm 75:6-7 – “For exaltation comes neither from east nor west, nor out of the desert, but it is God who judges; He brings one down and exalts another.” • Proverbs 18:12 – “Before destruction a man’s heart is haughty, but humility comes before honor.” • Isaiah 2:11 – “The proud look of man will be brought low, and the loftiness of men humbled; the LORD alone will be exalted in that day.” • Daniel 4:37 – “Those who walk in pride He is able to humble.” New Testament Affirmations • Luke 1:52 – “He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has exalted the humble.” • Luke 14:11; 18:14; Matthew 23:12 – “Everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.” • James 4:6 – “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” • James 4:10 – “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you.” • 1 Peter 5:5-6 – “Humble yourselves… under God’s mighty hand, so that in due time He may exalt you.” Connecting the Dots • Same God, same principle—across law, prophets, wisdom writings, and the gospel. • The pattern is purposeful: human pride crumbles, divine mercy lifts. • Whether it’s a dethroned king (Ezekiel), a chastened emperor (Daniel 4), or a forgiven tax collector (Luke 18), the storyline is identical. Living the Truth Today • Measure success by God’s verdict, not social rank. • Choose humility first; He will handle promotion in His timing. • Remember: the One who removes crowns also places them. |
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