In his book, Humility: True Greatness, C.J. Mahaney refers to these words by John Stott: “In every step of our Christian growth and maturity, and throughout every aspect of our Christian obedience and service, our greatest foe is pride and our greatest ally is humility.” Mahaney goes on to talk about 6 practical steps we can take each day to cultivate this greatest ally in our Christian life.

1. Reflect on the wonder of the cross each day.
2. As you wake up each morning make the first thoughts of your day an acknowledgment to God of your dependence upon him and need for him.
3. Express your gratefulness to God each morning.
4. Practice the spiritual disciplines: prayer, Bible study, worship.
5. Memorize and meditate on Scripture.
6. Cast all your cares upon him.