A key component of many spiritual teachings is the virtue of humility, which is also important for our relationships with God and other people. Accepting humility enables us to build sincere relationships with people around us, admit our shortcomings, and acknowledge our reliance on God’s grace. This post will discuss some prayers for humility that might support you in developing a spirit and heart of humility.
Prayer For Humility
These prayers are meant to help you think on the value of humility, ask God to help you grow in humility, and advance in your spiritual path.
1. A Prayer for Humble Service
Dear God, help me to serve others with humility. Let me see the needs of those around me and respond with kindness and compassion, putting others before myself.
Philippians 2:3
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.” Amen.
2. A Prayer for Humble Heart
Lord, create in me a humble heart. Help me to recognize my limitations and depend on Your strength and guidance.
James 4:10
“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” Amen.
3. A Prayer for Humble Spirit
Heavenly Father, fill me with a humble spirit. Teach me to seek Your will and to place Your desires above my own.
Micah 6:8
“He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” Amen.
4. A Prayer for Humble Attitude
Dear Lord, grant me a humble attitude in all my interactions. Help me to listen more and speak less, valuing others’ perspectives.
Proverbs 11:2
“When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.” Amen.
5. A Prayer for Humble Leadership
Lord, guide me to lead with humility. Let my leadership reflect Your servant heart and inspire others to follow You.
Matthew 20:26
“Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant.” Amen.
6. A Prayer for Humble Gratitude
Dear God, help me to express humble gratitude for Your blessings. Let me recognize Your hand in all that I have and give thanks.
1 Thessalonians 5:18
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” Amen.
7. A Prayer for Humble Submission
Lord, teach me to submit humbly to Your will. Help me to trust in Your plans and surrender my own desires.
James 4:7
“Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” Amen.
8. A Prayer for Humble Repentance
Dear God, I come before You in humble repentance. Forgive me for my sins and help me to turn away from my wrongdoings.
2 Chronicles 7:14
“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” Amen.
9. A Prayer for Humble Obedience
Heavenly Father, guide me to live in humble obedience to Your Word. Help me to follow Your commandments and live a life that pleases You.
John 14:15
“If you love me, keep my commands.” Amen.
10. A Prayer for Humble Worship
Lord, I bow before You in humble worship. Let my praise be sincere and my heart fully devoted to You.
Psalm 95:6
“Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker.” Amen.
11. A Prayer for Humble Dependence
Dear God, teach me to depend on You humbly. Help me to acknowledge my need for Your guidance and support in every area of my life.
Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” Amen.
12. A Prayer for Humble Forgiveness
Lord, grant me the humility to forgive others as You have forgiven me. Help me to let go of grudges and extend grace.
Colossians 3:13
“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” Amen.
13. A Prayer for Humble Reflection
Dear God, lead me to humble reflection. Help me to examine my heart and actions, seeking to grow closer to You.
Psalm 139:23-24
“Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” Amen.
14. A Prayer for Humble Fellowship
Lord, bless my fellowship with others in humility. Help me to build relationships that honor You and encourage one another.
Romans 12:10
“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.” Amen.
15. A Prayer for Humble Teaching
Dear God, help me to teach others with humility. Let my words be gentle and my heart open to learning as well.
2 Timothy 2:24-25
“And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful. Opponents must be gently instructed, in the hope that God will grant them repentance leading them to a knowledge of the truth.” Amen.
16. A Prayer for Humble Witnessing
Lord, empower me to witness humbly to others about Your love and grace. Let my testimony be a reflection of Your goodness.
1 Peter 3:15
“But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” Amen.
17. A Prayer for Humble Learning
Heavenly Father, give me a humble spirit to learn from others. Help me to be open to new insights and to grow in wisdom.
Proverbs 1:5
“Let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance.” Amen.
18. A Prayer for Humble Stewardship
Dear God, help me to be a humble steward of the resources You have given me. Let me use them wisely and for Your glory.
1 Peter 4:10
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” Amen.
19. A Prayer for Humble Endurance
Lord, grant me the humility to endure trials with grace. Help me to rely on Your strength and to remain steadfast in faith.
James 1:12
“Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.” Amen.
20. A Prayer for Humble Confidence
Heavenly Father, teach me to have humble confidence in You. Let my trust be rooted in Your promises and not in my own abilities.
Jeremiah 17:7
“But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him.” Amen.
21. A Prayer for Humble Peace
Dear God, fill my heart with humble peace. Help me to remain calm and trusting in Your will, even in difficult times.
Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Amen.
22. A Prayer for Humble Gratitude
Lord, help me to express humble gratitude for Your blessings. Let me recognize Your hand in all that I have and give thanks.
Colossians 3:17
“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” Amen.
23. A Prayer for Humble Unity
Heavenly Father, bring unity to my family, my community, and Your church through humility. Help us to work together in love and harmony.
Psalm 133:1
“How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” Amen.
24. A Prayer for Humble Surrender
Dear God, help me to surrender my life to You with humility. Let Your will be done in all aspects of my life.
Luke 22:42
“Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.” Amen.
25. A Prayer for Humble Renewal
Lord, renew my spirit with humility. Help me to seek You daily and to grow in faith and love.
Psalm 51:10
“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.” Amen.
26. A Prayer for Humble Patience
Dear God, grant me humble patience in all my endeavors. Help me to wait on Your timing and to trust in Your plans.
Romans 12:12
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” Amen.
27. A Prayer for Humble Contentment
Heavenly Father, teach me to be content with what I have. Help me to find satisfaction in Your provision and to avoid coveting what others possess.
1 Timothy 6:6
“But godliness with contentment is great gain.” Amen.
28. A Prayer for Humble Transformation
Dear God, transform my heart with humility. Let me reflect Your love and grace in all my actions.
Romans 12:2
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” Amen.
29. A Prayer for Humble Kindness
Lord, fill me with humble kindness towards others. Help me to show compassion and love to everyone I meet.
Ephesians 4:32
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” Amen.
30. A Prayer for Humble Resilience
Heavenly Father, grant me humble resilience in the face of challenges. Help me to rise above difficulties with grace and faith.
2 Corinthians 4:8-9
“We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.” Amen.
31. A Prayer for Humble Joy
Dear God, fill my heart with humble joy. Let me find delight in Your presence and in the blessings You have bestowed upon me.
Psalm 16:11
“You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.” Amen.
32. A Prayer for Humble Compassion
Lord, teach me to show humble compassion to those in need. Help me to be Your hands and feet in a hurting world.
Colossians 3:12
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Amen.
33. A Prayer for Humble Purity
Dear God, purify my heart with humility. Help me to live a life that honors You and reflects Your holiness.
Matthew 5:8
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” Amen.
34. A Prayer for Humble Strength
Lord, grant me humble strength to face each day. Help me to rely on Your power and to find courage in Your promises.
Isaiah 40:31
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Amen.
35. A Prayer for Humble Hope
Heavenly Father, fill me with humble hope. Help me to trust in Your future plans and to hold onto Your promises with unwavering faith.
Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Amen.
Conclusion
We expose ourselves to God’s grace’s transformational power when we strive for humility. By means of these prayers, we hope to develop a humble heart that mirrors Christ’s teachings and encourages closer relationships with others around us. As we pray for humility, let us keep in mind that genuine humility means acknowledging our need on God’s wisdom and love rather than undermining our own value. I pray that these prayers will motivate you to lead a life filled with grace, humility, and a deep appreciation for all the blessings that result from having a humble heart.
