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Philippians 2:3–4
“Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves. Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.”

Few commands cut as deeply as this one. Paul dismantles pride at its root by calling believers to esteem others above themselves. This is not self-loathing or false humility—it is Christ-centered perspective. Revival reshapes how we see ourselves and how we see others.

“Strife and vainglory” reveal hearts driven by competition and self-promotion. These attitudes poison relationships quickly. Revival exposes them and replaces them with lowliness of mind—a settled humility that does not need to win to feel secure.

To esteem others better than self does not mean denying reality or ignoring responsibility. It means we deliberately place the needs, concerns, and well-being of others alongside our own. Revival lifts our eyes beyond self-preoccupation.

This posture requires intentional effort. The flesh instinctively looks inward. Grace trains us to look outward. Revival redirects attention from “my rights” to “our good,” from “my preference” to “Christ’s purpose.”

Paul pairs esteem with action: “look… also on the things of others.” This is not theoretical humility—it is practiced care. Listening before speaking. Serving without being asked. Yielding without resentment.

Churches fracture when everyone demands to be considered first. They flourish when believers willingly consider one another. Revival creates an environment where humility becomes contagious.

Ask God today to reorder your perspective. Where pride whispers entitlement, let humility speak service. Where self demands attention, let love redirect focus. Esteeming others is one of the clearest signs that Christ is reigning.