Humility: True Greatness
And this is to whom I look: to him who is humble, who is of low spirit. Isaiah 66.2
God expressly states that he is drawn to the humble. He also manifests in clear terms his opposition to the proud. Humility and pride cannot coexist. One of these attitudes must inevitably capitulate to the other. Which of these paths will you pursue?
"We very rarely think about humility in our Christian community. In a masterful way, CJ Mahaney provides an imperative reminder regarding this important subject. I highly recommend this book." Jerry Bridges , author of Towards a Holy Life
"My friend CJ Mahaney addresses a theme of central importance. Since God resists the proud and gives grace to the humble, nothing matters more than understanding and acquiring true humility, as a lightning rod of grace. The book by CJ is biblical, honest, and full of helpful insights. Today's church needs less “self-centeredness” and more humility. May God use this book to remind us that only the humble are wise ." Randy Alcorn , author of Heaven and The Grace and Truth Paradox
"We must remember every day that God resists the proud. We need to discern anew what constitutes greatness in God's eyes. This truth is paramount for Church leaders, family leaders, and anyone desires to live a life of excellence that pleases God. I am grateful for CJ Mahaney's honest and insightful approach to dealing with this "recognized" sin. May the truth presented in this work shatter your pride and produce in you a pleasant odor of humility. God not only opposes the proud, but also exalts the humble." John MacArthur , pastor and teacher at Grace Community Church
"CJ Mahaney is not humble. At least that is what he will tell you. That is one of the reasons that qualifies him to write such a book. I read it. I saw the humility in his life – and in the lives of those he taught. If you struggle with pride, like me, you should read it too. And if you don't battle pride, you need to without Please read this book!” Mark E. Dever , senior pastor of Capitol Hill Baptist Church, author of The Church: A Health Check
"This is the timely book written by the right author at the right time. CJ Mahaney taught me better than anyone what true humility is. This man's humility is a gift to the entire Church. He knows that strength lies in humility and that God uses the humble in a mighty way. CJ understands the dangers of pride and calls us to aspire to a legacy of greatness – that greatness that presents to all the world the glory of God. He points us to a cross-centered worldview that will transform every dimension of life.” R. Albert Mohler Jr. , director of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
"A wonderful, God-centered, Bible-based, humbling and thought-provoking book. The author's life is a model of the humility he describes. I am especially indebted to him for his suggestions to help cultivate humility before God through practical disciplines. This message will help protect us and our churches from the self-destruction caused by pride. It will bring us closer to God and make us people who are grateful for lesser blessings of each day." Wayne Grudem , research professor of Bible and theology at Phoenix Seminary
"In Humility, True Greatness, CJ Mahaney provides a clear and helpful battle manual for the believer to help him constantly grow, combat pride, and cultivate humility. CJ is no amateur regarding this conflict. He and the congregation he cherishes manifest the work of the sovereign grace of the Spirit both in their personal and corporate humility and in the seriousness with which they approach sin of pride. The expression "proud Christian" constitutes an oxymoron. May the Lord of glory, who humbled himself unto death, use this book to destroy your pride, and form in you greatness true service and self-denial." J. Ligon Duncan III , senior pastor of First Presbyterian Church