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The Hidden Peace: Finding True Security, Strength, and Confidence Through Humility by Joel Muddamalle
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
4.25
I read this book with Circle 31 through Proverbs 31 Ministry. I feel like it’s such a good reminder as I head back into another school year of the gift of humility. The world can be such a competitive place, and it’s good to remember what is most important.
This book has 4 main parts and then a nice appendix of verses with application:
1. Living the frustrated, fearful life (from panic to honesty to rest)
2. Fighting to make “my way” work
3. Transforming “my way” into the “way of humility”
Grasp It (forget the lies)
Cultivate It (begin the practice)
Embody It (like Jesus)
Redefine It (like Paul)
Safeguard yourself with it (build resilience)
4. Living the secure, peaceful life
Mutual, soft heart can be firm, when bad things happen to humble people
Muddamalle gives a lot of examples from his own life, and several from the Bible. I want to spend some time going through the verses in the back (there are 13 verses with application to consider / cultivate / commit
Some of my favorites that I would like to remember and apply:
“So when we confront the reality of our lack of control, it’s an opportunity. We can exchange the desire for control for the gift of humble faith.” P33
He mentions Mary’s song and how we can use it to humble our hearts (p119)
1. Rejoice in the greatness of God (write ways God is big)
2. Glorify God (use those ways to write a prayer of praise)
3. Anticipate God’s continual faithfulness
4. Exalt God
YOUR HUMILITY EQUATION
I fear that _____, which will cause (some kind of pain).
IfI trust Jesus and _____ (humbly reach toward
his power, strength, and control, I will be equipped to deal with my fear and pain.
“Ultimate result: My fear is still there, and my pain contin-ves. But humility helps me face my fear with faich in Jesus. It leads me to rely on the Spirit's power to process my pain and get to the other side of it. I am humbled.” P 153
God’s relationship with Job as a humble believer:
“Each question was meant to lead Job to simply and humbly say, "I don't know, but you do, Lord."” P202
Simple prayer, p205-206
“God, I don't know what tomorrow will bring, but you do.
Your presence next to me builds confidence within me.
In the midst of my burt, let me see a bigger picture of your holiness and your gracious work in my life.
I know you are with me, God, so I will rest in the peace you give me.”
This book has 4 main parts and then a nice appendix of verses with application:
1. Living the frustrated, fearful life (from panic to honesty to rest)
2. Fighting to make “my way” work
3. Transforming “my way” into the “way of humility”
Grasp It (forget the lies)
Cultivate It (begin the practice)
Embody It (like Jesus)
Redefine It (like Paul)
Safeguard yourself with it (build resilience)
4. Living the secure, peaceful life
Mutual, soft heart can be firm, when bad things happen to humble people
Muddamalle gives a lot of examples from his own life, and several from the Bible. I want to spend some time going through the verses in the back (there are 13 verses with application to consider / cultivate / commit
Some of my favorites that I would like to remember and apply:
“So when we confront the reality of our lack of control, it’s an opportunity. We can exchange the desire for control for the gift of humble faith.” P33
He mentions Mary’s song and how we can use it to humble our hearts (p119)
1. Rejoice in the greatness of God (write ways God is big)
2. Glorify God (use those ways to write a prayer of praise)
3. Anticipate God’s continual faithfulness
4. Exalt God
YOUR HUMILITY EQUATION
I fear that _____, which will cause (some kind of pain).
IfI trust Jesus and _____ (humbly reach toward
his power, strength, and control, I will be equipped to deal with my fear and pain.
“Ultimate result: My fear is still there, and my pain contin-ves. But humility helps me face my fear with faich in Jesus. It leads me to rely on the Spirit's power to process my pain and get to the other side of it. I am humbled.” P 153
God’s relationship with Job as a humble believer:
“Each question was meant to lead Job to simply and humbly say, "I don't know, but you do, Lord."” P202
Simple prayer, p205-206
“God, I don't know what tomorrow will bring, but you do.
Your presence next to me builds confidence within me.
In the midst of my burt, let me see a bigger picture of your holiness and your gracious work in my life.
I know you are with me, God, so I will rest in the peace you give me.”