Where does pride lie within God’s Kingdom?
Here are some verses in Proverbs to think about when approaching this topic:
“When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom” Proverbs 11:2
“Where there is strife, there is pride, but wisdom is found in those who take advice” Proverbs 13:10
“The Lord detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished” Proverbs 16:5
“Pride brings a person low, but the lowly in spirit gain honour” Proverbs 29:23
“Let someone else praise you, and not your own mouth; an outsider, and not your own lips” Proverbs 27:2
Think about or journal the answers to the following questions:
What does it look like for the follower of Jesus to actively resist pride?
How does pride look in our world today? Is it valued or devalued, and in what ways?
Ask the Lord to reveal to you any areas of pride within your life and heart, and spend some time in prayer and repentance.
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