Charles Spurgeon Commentary Luke 14:11

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

There is a conspiracy of heaven and earth and hell to put down proud people: neither the good nor the bad, the highest nor the lowest, can endure those who are self-exalted; but if you are willing to take your right place, which is probably the lowest, you will soon find honor among your brothers and sisters.