God commends the humble, not those who seek high stature among the rich and famous, and He promises to exalt the humble at the appointed time. Jesus Christ's example of humility reveals the meek stature of true Christians. In Him, we see the pinnacle of virtue, as He relinquished inexpressible glory to take on the humble form of humanity and perform the lowliest of services. He consented to be without distinction or honor, willing to be despised and disregarded. When He laid aside His former rank and dignity, He became as nothing, yet now He is exalted above everything and everyone.

Jesus was exalted by the Father after His ascension. He was received up into heaven and sat down at the right hand of God. God exalted Him to His right hand to a position of honor and rulership. The Father gave Him dominion and glory and a kingdom. The Father told Him to sit at His right hand until His enemies are made His footstool. God made Him both Lord and Christ. The Father granted Him to sit with Him on His throne. Jesus did not glorify or exalt Himself. He was exalted by the Father rather than by self-will. He waited for the Father to raise Him up. By contrast Helel exalted himself in his heart in an attempt to ascend to a position to which he had not been appointed. God brought Helel down rather than exalting him. Because Jesus was exalted by the Father all angels and authorities and powers are subject to Him. He is far above every principality and power.