Keeping In Step (Humility)

 

As we live by the Spirit, in humility, we can also keep the unity of the Spirit among the people of God.  We do this by

 "keep-[ing] in step with the Spirit" (see Galatians 5:25).  

While doing so we can be more attentive and listen for our Lord's voice of guidance.

It may be pictured like a parade of soldiers marching while playing musical instruments.  They keep in step and don't miss a beat.  They can do so because they drill and practice regularly.

Not long ago a preacher gave a helpful 'step' for humbly keeping in step.  I use it with his permission and some small adaptations.

           S - Step up in faith.  Bow your knees and confess Jesus as Lord

T - Teachable heart - remember your attitude & be open to reason (see Phil. 2:10-11)

E - Endure godly discipline; admit & repent of wrongs (see 1 John 1:9)

P - Pray - cast all your burdens upon the Lord, wait patiently for His answers

It is very important to pray and show our dependence upon our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ who gives us strength and courage to step up with Him and keep in step with His Holy Spirit.  We can keep the steps in our mind and heart and practice them daily.

These steps will help us to walk in humility all the days of our lives until Jesus comes.  Let's mindfully keep in step with the Holy Spirit.

Heavenly Father, it is only with Your Holy Spirit's intervention that I can keep in step with You and walk humbly with You.  Guide my feet with Your light, O Father, so that I may do justly, love mercy and grow in the humility You require.  So be it Father God, until Jesus comes.  In Jesus' name I ask.  Amen.

                                                 ~ ERC  February 2026  ~

Based on Galatians 5:25 ESV

Sing, Keep In Step, along with Awesome Cutlery.