Humility is the recognition that no matter what our accomplishments, we still stand in need of the Lord (3). God hears the cry of the poor (Ps) and of the oppressed, especially those who acknowledge their dependency upon him (1). Having heard Paul's cries for help, the Lord crowned him with eternal salvation (2). Sir 35:12-14, 16-18 Ps 34:2-3, 17-19, 23 2 Tm 4:6-8, 16-18 Lk 18:9-14