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The term humility has such a negative connotation. However, it simply means to walk in the fear of the Lord (Proverbs 22:4). It therefore means to do things and make choices with the knowledge that God is watching and will judge all things.
Sadly, the humble are seen as weak and are subject to attack and humiliation at the hands of the wicked who see them as easy targets. Yet, the Bible makes it clear that the humble will reap riches, honor, and life (Proverbs 22:4).
Therefore, choosing to be humble in the face of adversity remains the wise option because the reward comes from God and goes beyond this human realm. The life Proverbs 22:4 speaks of goes beyond having a long life on earth. It speaks to life in eternity as opposed to eternal death in hell.
When we understand that humility is the fear of the Lord, not the fear of men, and that its rewards extend beyond human existence to the eternal variety, the choice to be humble suddenly looks different.
We realize it's not just about being a 'simp' as some would characterize it. Instead, we see that our humility is a choice to please and not offend God. Just as Joseph opted not to know Potiphar's wife's nakedness. He could have slept with that woman, and no one would have known. He likely would have benefited from the interaction in the short term.
Instead, he was more concerned about what God would think of such a decision (Genesis 39:9). He knew that God sees all things and nothing can be hidden from Him. And so he decided to forgo the short-term carnal benefits, keeping his long-term interests in mind.
And we are all aware of the result. Although he ended up falsely accused of rape and in prison, Joseph was rewarded by God with riches and honor when he became Pharaoh's representative. He was known to be equal to Egypt's ruler with complete control over that nation and all its wealth.
The rewards didn't end there, because he received a long lifespan from the Lord (Genesis 50:22-23). And he went on to live in heavenly glory. These are but some of the rewards for those who would walk humbly as God requires in Micah 6:8.
Would you choose humility for God's sake? Would you choose humility like Jesus, Joseph, and many other great men and women of God have? The choice is yours, as are the rewards if you follow God's way.
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