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In a wedding feast, Jesus observed how the guests were rushing for places of honor. Social status was very important in Jesus’ days and was made obvious by the seating of dinner guests at the banquets. Jesus observed the rush for positions according to their “so called” status, and taught that it is important to take a lower position and be lifted than to take a higher position and be lowered in due time. Jesus used this practical advice to illustrate a spiritual principle (v.11). “for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled and he who humbles himself will be exalted.” In the parable the organizer reserves the right to lift or humble anyone depending on who is important to him. But in the spiritual context it is God who does the lifting and the humbling at the final judgment. So placing yourself at the humbling position now prepares you for future lifting by God.
Reflection
This passage invites us to slow down and examine the posture of our hearts in a world that constantly urges us to seek recognition and elevate ourselves. Jesus’ observation at the wedding feast reminds us that true honor does not come from grabbing for status, but from embracing humility and trusting God’s timing. When we choose the lower place—when we serve quietly, love sincerely, and put others before ourselves—we acknowledge that it is God, not people, who defines our worth and determines our exaltation. Just as the host in the parable had the authority to move guests higher or lower, God alone has the power to lift us up at the final judgment. Therefore, living with humility today is not weakness but wisdom, preparing our hearts for the honor that only God can give.
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Ask God to keep you humble no matter your status and the position you occupy in this life.
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