Psalm 131:1

The Passion Translation

Lord, my heart is meek before you. I don’t consider myself better than others. I’m content to not pursue matters that are over my head— such as your complex mysteries and wonders— that I’m not yet ready to understand.

Cross References

Psalm 101:5

I will silence those who secretly want to slander my friends, and I will not tolerate the proud and arrogant.

Psalm 122:1

I was overjoyed when they said, “Let’s go up to the house of the Lord.”

Psalm 124:1

What if God had not been on our side? Let all Israel admit this!

Psalm 133:1

How truly wonderful and delightful it is to see brothers and sisters living together in sweet unity!

Psalm 139:6

This is just too wonderful, deep, and incomprehensible! Your understanding of me brings me wonder and strength.

Proverbs 21:4

Arrogance, superiority, and pride are the fruits of sin.

Jeremiah 17:16

But I have not stopped running after you and being a true shepherd. Nor have I secretly longed for the day of disaster. You know every word my lips have spoken, for they were spoken in your presence.

Jeremiah 45:5

Are you seeking personal greatness for yourself? Do not seek it, for I am now going to bring disaster on all humanity, but I will ensure that you escape with your life wherever you may go,’ declares Yahweh.”

Matthew 11:29

Simply join your life with mine. Learn my ways and you’ll discover that I’m gentle, humble, easy to please. You will find refreshment and rest in me.

Acts 20:19

I’ve operated in God’s miracle power with great humility and served you with many tears. I’ve endured numerous ordeals because of the plots of the Jews.

Romans 11:33

Who could ever wrap their minds around the riches of God, the depth of his wisdom, and the marvel of his perfect knowledge? Who could ever explain the wonder of his decisions or search out the mysterious way he carries out his plans?

Romans 12:16

Live happily together in a spirit of harmony, and be as mindful of another’s worth as you are your own. Don’t live with a lofty mind-set, thinking you are too important to serve others, but be willing to do menial tasks and identify with those who are humble minded. Don’t be smug or even think for a moment that you know it all.

1 Thessalonians 2:10

With God as our witness you saw how we lived among you—in holiness, in godly relationships, and without fault.