The Habit of Humility: A Life of Service

Humility is not simply a feeling or a private spiritual virtue. It becomes a habit—a daily decision to surrender pride, serve others, and remain attentive to Christ.

Patrick Davidson and Michael Arnold continue their journey through the Mentoring Sacred Arts Humbling Guide by examining the disciplined life of service traditionally embraced by nuns. From the “habit of humility” to the surrender of possessions and personal attachments, they explore how outward practices can open the way to deeper intimacy with Christ.

The conversation then turns to the limits of human willpower. Believers may not possess the natural ability to become Christlike, but a sincere desire for transformation allows the indwelling presence of Christ and the Holy Spirit to accomplish what human effort cannot.

Through Scripture, personal reflection, humor, and prayer, Patrick and Michael challenge Christians to consider how often they remember Christ throughout the day—and whether serving God and His children has truly become a way of life.