“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.” — Philippians 2:3

This digital Bible study lesson teaches students what entitlement really is — and what the Bible reveals about selfishness, privilege, rights, and the antidote of humility. This resource is designed for Bible teachers, Christian school classrooms, homeschool families, and mixed-age Bible study groups (children + adults).

WORD STUDY — Hebrew + Greek
• Hebrew root words related to self and exaltation show a posture of lifting ourselves high
• Greek word kenosis (Philippians 2) describes Christ “emptying Himself” — the exact opposite of entitlement

Students learn that biblical humility is not self-loathing — it is placing God and others above self.

LESSON CONTENT INCLUDED
• What is entitlement?
• How entitlement leads to privilege expectations
• How entitlement reveals selfishness
• How God views entitlement
• What we actually are entitled to in Christ
• What the antidote to entitlement really is (humility)

YOU RECEIVE
• Completed answer key version of all handouts
• Blank note-taking version of all handouts
• A Bible Study Reflection Sheet

Designed for adults, teens, and upper elementary.

This lesson helps students see that entitlement is a trap — and humility is the biblical corrective that produces gratitude, honor, and Christlike maturity.