EP 48:Embracing Humility

Can humility help transform your relationships and spiritual journey? Join me Megan Ashley In this episode of In Totality, I reflect on the transformative power of humility in my spiritual journey, focusing on the struggles of hidden pride.
Our exploration continues with a heartfelt discussion on the power of humility, inspired by personal experiences and reflections. Listen as I share my journey of confronting hidden pride and the importance of regular introspection and prayer. From a recent panel in Houston to touching family dynamics, you'll hear how humility has played a crucial role in mending and nurturing relationships, especially with my sisters.
Humility is our focus today, an attribute that has shaped my life in profound ways. We close with reflections on God's forgiveness and how embracing our weaknesses allows Christ’s strength to shine through. Drawing from Second Corinthians and Philippians, I share personal stories of forgiveness and encourage listeners to trust in God’s process of cultivating a humble spirit.
Other Topics You will Hear:
-Faith
-Humility
-Pride
-Arrogance
-Introspection
-Prayer
-Family Dynamics
-Relationships
-Forgiveness
-Transformative Power
-God's Grace
-Vulnerabilities
-Dependence
-Spiritual Growth
-Humble Journey
-God's Nature
-Heart Posture
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[@TimothaLanae]

Wowwww! God JUST gave me a physical illustration of James 4:6 “God resists the proud but gives grace to the HUMBLE” this morning! It was so compelling that I went live on my channel to share it with my subscribers and then as I’m finishing up, your video comes through my notifications about humility! He’s really ministering to me on this today!

[@JaimieNicole75]

Geesh Megan!!!!! You have no idea how much this is blessing me❤️My daughter and I had a big blow up back in March of this year. We both were at fault. We have not spoke since then. I had been texting her since she left (no response) but recently discovered that she blocked me. I was in James 4 this morning…and the Lord impressed on my heart to go make things right with her. So after work today I’m going to her dad’s house…where she’s currently staying. Like you said…I have to do whatever is in my ability to make amends. This is what God commands. And this is what faith is about….obeying without knowing the outcome. Even if she rejects me today, I’m still trusting and believing God for healing and restoration. God is so kind! Much love to you Megan❤️I so appreciate you!

[@itsphael5244]

Awe, I pray you guys left everything behind and become a better mother and daughter again.

[@taquilaKyles-ob8wj]

Praying for restoration in you guys relationship!!!!

[@JaimieNicole75]

@@taquilaKyles-ob8wj thank you so much❤️

[@JaimieNicole75]

@@itsphael5244 thank you so much❤️

[@girlcodebymartha]

Praying that God softens her heart so she can receive you. Good luck!

[@BecomingZakah]

I am fasting as I am listening to this and wooooow! My spirit needed this. Humility is the center of true holiness and righteousness. I love this ❤

[@alberthayes8018]

The humility of being honest with yourself about how you feel is something real. Since God found me, I have really had to look at my emotions as something that I have to check, and be able to communicate that to others. Being vulnerable is so hard, especially when that is a weak muscle!

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

Heart check is a real thing... I pray for it daily especially in the area of hidden pride and impure motives.

[@maipelon]

This year has been such a full year for me friendship wise. I’ve made friends who have surrendered their lives to Christ and it’s been so beautiful to be on this journey together. Sharing with each other, praying for each other and sharpening each other with the word. I can’t stress enough how important that kind of community is 🤍

[@brittanyshelton3290]

I'm struggling finding that .. i think that's very important

[@ivybanks8054]

Her realness and vulnerability is unmatched!

[@Lulu-p3b1u]

Ahhh...one of the areas in my life I struggle with fr😭😭😭but the Lord is good and He is for sure teaching me

[@verabuchanan9782]

It's so encouraging to hear you being obedient to the lord, no matter the offense because he Always forgave us!

[@roxannewright9453]

The explanation about how sometimes we wanna be humble to become exalted (in the 1st two definitions you described) is sooooo real. I recognized my pride a while back and even when I pray to be humble, I kinda feel like I wanna be humble just to be blessed or just to be considered a good person. The 3rd definition really hit home for me. ❤

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

This...

[@Sassi_Alysha777]

Your topics are ALLOWS on Divine Timing in my life. Thank you for allowing God to speak through you to me/us. I truly appreciate you and your channel💗

[@TheDerekCrosson]

"sin is really sneaky and so is the enemy" 💯

[@callielake6561]

Hi Megan, I am a new listener/watcher to your podcast. It has become my favorite thing to listen to in the morning while I’m getting ready for my day. I want to thank you for sharing this story about you and your sisters relationship. For the last 13 years my sister and I have been estranged from one another. Similar to you, we had a huge argument that we never moved past. I recently gave my life to Jesus and accepted him as my Lord and savior and one thing he was continually putting on my heart was to reach out to my sister. He had been putting things in my sight to encourage this and your podcast was one of them. I made the leap and reached out to let her know that I am praying for her and love her. I don’t know where it might go, but thank you for the encouragement and boldness you showed me that I can have too. ❤

[@daringdaily2020]

Thank you for this video Megan. The Holy Spirit used it to speak to me. I did what I needed to do to make ammends after watching this as uncomfortable and vulnerable as it was. It led to reconciliation and I felt my heart soften after pressing "send". Thank you for your obedience. God remains good and kind.

[@mbawemenyasulu5693]

Humility…been on my heart for months now🥺

[@LadyLuxstar]

Mannnn God is always on TIME!!!

[@chillwithash]

Megan, you on my front porch today. Lol. I have been praying and meditating on pride for 2 days now.

[@kelseyfisher6759]

I’m going by myself! I’ll be 35 the first day… like this comment if you wanna be friends ❤

[@trishak4917]

Love hearing from you every week! Helps me re focus on what we’re here for and prepare for the week ahead!

[@biancawinter5143]

I wanted to go to the Acts conference so bad.. I was nervous to go bymyself and trying to figure out the logistics I waited to long. I know that conference is gonna be such a huge blessing to so many so excited to see a recap 👀

[@akaspire3]

Can you get a virtual option for Acts 242? Even if it's after the actual event? Pleeeeeeease!

[@KirstenYvonne]

Megannnn! You snapped with this one babe! SO GOOD. God bless you 🫶🏽

[@Lalayolo]

Deepest episode yet. Very eye opening. Also I love those damn pillows😭😭😂

[@Ahjaiyah24]

👏🏽MEGAN 👏🏽ASHLEY that was soooooo good and timely!!! To God be all the glory for your obedience and vulnerability. Your growth is so encouraging 💯✨🙏🏽💜

[@Whataboutmommys123]

I truly enjoy your delivery, obedience and transparency. Kindly continue. ❤

[@Jas_____]

This was so good and timely for me. If Megan does nothing else, she makes sure we look in the mirror before thinking about anyone else. Usually, when you reflect on your own actions, you realize how ridiculous it is to be so offended.

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

Yes this.. Definitely

[@tytv1937]

35:17 thank you Lord for good coffee hit me more than it should have 🙏🏾✝️🙌🏾

[@sarahrisee]

I’m readddyyy for the merrrrccchhh

[@keishalittle1465]

I literally just got done saying life with Jesus brings and teaches you so much humility and BOOM!! The title of your video 😂 well thank you Jesus!

[@mimilove5302]

This was good. I have so many people I need to humble myself, forgive, let go, and make things right with. I truly needed to hear this. Thank you

[@itsphael5244]

The background is super cozy my favorite type of background with the plants standing and let’s not talk about the pillows as someone who loves pillows I couldn’t sit there without trying to lie down.

[@YonaB.990]

I love how her shots are mostly close ups. It gives you the illusion that you’re sitting down with her.

[@daisalynnolivo7819]

This is SOOOO good!!! Thank you!!!

[@basicallyybri]

I’m so excited to go to the ACTS conference them tickets sold out so fast them scammers didn’t waist no time! I am glad that I got mine right on time

[@jasminemoreland8103]

I have a similar situation with one of my sisters. But she won't even talk, no text back, no call back. She does this to almost everybody from what I've heard. I just pray for her. There is no ill will or unforgiveness on my part. I just want her to know she is loved. This has been going on for about 2 years now. If I committed an offense against her, I don't even know what it is. But it hurts my heart thinking that one of us could leave this earth with our relationship like it is.

[@MarveleJean-Baptiste-kr4ui]

This was sooooo good Megan. Thanks for sharing this.

[@Itsforcamara]

Not you mentioning chick fil a and I’m watching this on a Sunday 😌

[@xvando]

James 5:16 💪🏾💪🏾 this was good. An you’re always given an invitation to be humble

[@GROWINGLOVER]

Love this episode, as always ❤

[@Dessiamplatform]

I needed to hear this‼️💪🏽♥️

[@Elexis715]

Whewww this was sooo good. 😭😭🥺❤️

[@phillipinefolly4055]

Thanks for sharing ❤❤ God bless you

[@oliviac128]

Please provide a virtual option for Acts 242 for those of us on the west coast!

[@Threepiece_]

not "...but I don't always know their addresses" because SAME sis

[@montechampion1993]

CONFRENCE IS SOLDDDDD OUTTTTT😢😢😢

[@indira2484]

I am currently holding offense against my mother and now we haven’t spoken in over 2 months. It’s deeply painful. I’ve always been the one in the past to take initiative to make amends or reconcile our relationship, over and over and over again. But I’m not willing to do that this time. I’m tired. I’ve asked the Lord via prayer what I should do to heal this relationship without being the first to make amends, but our father hasn’t given me clear instructions on what I need to do yet.

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

Praying that the Lord heals your heart and helps you to release all offense in your heart and move towards forgiveness and for him to give you wisdom to navigate this situation. I can feel your a bit of your pain as I am reading this. I had to put distance between me and my sibling as a way to protect my mental health because of continual mistreatment from him. Was some of the most challenging moments in my life because it happened shortly after we lost our dad but the peace I have had since putting my foot down and prioritizing myself in what felt like the 1st time in a decade has been worth it. Praying God works it out for your good 💞

[@ajakeanna]

This episode was so good Megan ❤

[@Kenesha_]

Whew!! I am right in the middle of this right now. I have been praying out how to approach this conversation with my brother. 😩

[@MamaBandGZ]

Me too, except mine is with my cousin. 🥺

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

With me I didn't and he kicked me out of his house and I took that as a sign to forgive and focus on me and the other people God has blessed me with who care about me and don't abuse me emotionally and financially.

[@Luvdowtin]

Notes: How l'm I worthy of God continuous forgiveness but not willing to forgive others. Sometimes, we think our unforgiving ways are justified, but that's God's duty to determine the consequences of others. It's our duty to learn from it and keep our hearts open for forgiveness and to keep our circle full of the right people. More notes** **it's humbling when things don't go your way because it reminds you that you're not always in control. Again, that's God's job. **Constantly remind yourself that God is God, and you are not! Practice gratitude. Thank God endlessly.

[@glamouree355]

❤❤❤

[@summerbuckner2892]

Phewww this was a word ok!!!!

[@caitlyndelavera6832]

Is the Acts 242 conference going to be available to watch online afterwards?

[@basicallyybri]

Is there any way to make a post where people can sale/buy resell?

[@alberthayes8018]

I would love to work with you to create sustainable patchworked limited merch. Using old hoodies and denim to create this.

[@jollyal]

Good word

[@christinamapsyi8751]

False humility 😀 JESOSSSS

[@ameriaamour]

Me watching and missed out on getting the ticket 😞

[@sophiajackson5364]

What’s the lipstick combo, please! ❤

[@barbiexmw]

9:58 when she actually starts talking about the title

[@barbiexmw]

Can you talk about envy and how to tackle it

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

OoooooooooooWiieeeeeeee this is the one.. Cs this is real.

[@johnalexander1769]

How is it that you grow close to God like that. I read the Bible but don't feel much. Do you have to do it 2 or 3 times a day or several hours? How much until you start to feel thos change

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

It helps to sincerely ask God to give you a heart to love him and his word. Filling yourself with the word is how you Grow in your walk with God combined with prayer and obedience.. It doesn't happen the same way for everyone but if you are committed to wanting to grow in your walk, God will meet your hunger. If you seek him, you will find him if you seek him with your whole heart.

[@asiaahunter]

Sold out.. I’m too late 😢

[@cmichelletutorials]

This is so off topic but what would the back ground look like if you got rid of that tree on the right with the tall mirror and let the mirror have its moment ? LOL my adhd is kicking in 😂😂😂

[@marianaya5824]

Do you ever regret the conversation you had with B. Simone about Martin Luther King?

[@christinamapsyi8751]

Mmm iiiiii need to go to the secret place…

[@_lilangel]

So mad I’ve been out of the loop.

[@aliyahholland5990]

Is anyone unable to go and interested in transferring/reselling there ticket? 🙏🏾

[@McNairMomof2]

🛖🛖🤍

[@SachaBabie]

He is God and you are not! PERIOD!

[@RootsandRhythmYoga]

Needed this, and definitely going to have to run it back and take notes 🛖🛖

[@She.is.Shaina]

🛖🤎

[@latashaellison9658]

🔥🔥🔥🫶😊

[@SachaBabie]

🛖🛖🛖🛖