Albert Barnes Commentary Luke 14:11

"For everyone that exalteth himself shall be humbled; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted." — Luke 14:11 (ASV)

Whosoever exalteth, etc. This is universal among men, and it is also the way in which God will deal with men. Men will perpetually endeavour to bring down those who endeavour to exalt themselves; and it is a part of God's regular plan to abase the proud, to bring down the lofty, to raise up those who are bowed down, and show his favours to those who are poor and needy.

Matthew 28:12; Luke 18:14; James 4:6; 1 Peter 5:5