Soul and spirit

"For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart."

Hebrews 4:12

When the voice of the Holy Spirit comes to an aflicted soul, it has power to transform it into a new creature.

Vessel

"And the vessel that he made of clay was marred in the hand of the potter; so he made it again into another vessel, as it seemed good to the potter to make."

Jeremiah 15:4

When evil prevails in one's life, it torments it daily, destroys it's self-esteem, steps on it, humiliates it, and brings it shame. But once one humbles himself before God, He comes to his rescue so he may become a new creature.

Lock

"Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me."

Revelations 3:20

The only door that opens and closes from inside is the one of the heart. The Lord Jesus is knocking, on the outside, asking to come in. It's not enough just to hear Him. You need to open the door and let Him come in.

Sadness

"How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart daily? How long will my enemy be exalted over me?"

Psalms 13: 2

When one goes to the point of recognising his resistance to God's voice, it's already a sign of humbleness. Nevertheless, this alone is not enough. There must be an attitude of seeking God with all his heart, understanding, and strength.

Rule

"He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city."

Proverbs 16: 32

He who resists temptations fights an interior war. As he rules his fleshly desires to please his Lord, he's more honored than war soldiers.

Fight

"But recall the former days in which, after you were illuminated, you endured a great struggle with sufferings..."

Hebrews 10:32

Problems we face today, though may be difficult, bring experiences for a better future. From faith to faith, God keeps moulding and improving you every day, making you into an overcomer. Never give up or complain about your fights. On the contrary, remember the faith, how much of a treasure it is, given to the chosen ones -- and one of them.

Humbleness

"Blessed are the poor in spirit, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven."

Matthew 5: 3

Humbleness of spirit deals with submission, servitude, and practice of the will of God. The Kingdom of God is made of people whose character is as such.