When Pride Meets Mercy: How Naaman's Humility Led to HealingBased on 2 Kings 5:10–12
Introduction Have you ever been too proud to accept help, especially when it comes from an unexpected source? Sometimes the greatest breakthroughs in life come when we lower our defenses and listen—not just to God, but to the people He places around us. One of the most vivid biblical examples of this is found in the story of Naaman, a powerful Syrian commander whose life was transformed not only by a miracle—but by a moment of humility. Let’s explore 2 Kings 5:10–12 and discover how one man’s decision to listen to his servant led to both physical and spiritual healing. --- Naaman: A Mighty Warrior with a Hidden Weakness Naaman was the commander of the army of the king of Aram (modern-day Syria). He was a respected, decorated soldier, and the Bible describes him as a “great man in the sight of his master and highly regarded” (2 Kings 5:1). But despite all his victories, Naaman suffered from leprosy—a slow, isolating disease that no amount of power or status could cure. When a young Isra...