August 7

“God is opposed to the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” James 4:6.

Pride was the sin that set Satan on his destructive path. If he has not stopped us from becoming a Christian he will at least try to destroy our relationship with our fellow man. There is nothing more devastating to relationships than a proud, arrogant spirit. No one likes to be around a person with those traits, and if we show that behavior our witness becomes one that will drive anyone away from Christ.

It is so subtle, our pride. Am I harboring thoughts of being superior in spiritual knowledge? Do I regard myself as being more approved by God? Do I feel that my gifts are more useful than those shown by others? Am I closer to God? Do I think my opinions are far better than others? The Lord is seeking a humble heart, and He will go to any means to achieve that goal—even to the point of allowing me to suffer great failures in my selfish endeavors.

Today Lord, please break me of any self-pride. If I am to boast let me boast about You. You, alone, have suffered the test of the cross, the humiliation, and the ridicule. And it was all for my good. Your grace has triumphed. Teach me Your humility. Amen
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