WAEC Christian Religious Studies 1988 Theory question 107

Theory question 107

Humility

What are the Attributes of and Rewards for Humidity as stated in the Epistles?

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Attributes: do nothing from selfishness or conceit; count others better than yourself (Philippians 2:3).
Look to the interests of others, not only your own (Philippians 2:4).
Have the mind of Christ, who emptied Himself, took the form of a servant and obeyed even to death on a cross (Philippians 2:5-8).
Younger people should be subject to the elders; all should clothe themselves with humility toward one another (1 Peter 5:5).
Not thinking of oneself more highly than one ought (Romans 12:3, 16).
Rewards: God exalted Christ and gave Him the name above every name (Philippians 2:9-11).
God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble (1 Peter 5:5; James 4:6).
Humble yourselves under God's mighty hand and He will exalt you in due time (1 Peter 5:6).
Humble yourselves before the Lord and He will lift you up (James 4:10).

Explanation

The question means humility; give attributes and rewards separately with references.