But Hezekiah did not repay according to the favor shown him, for his heart was lifted up; therefore wrath was looming over him and over Judah and Jerusalem. 2 Chronicles 32:25 Pride is thinking highly of oneself or one’s own accomplishments. It is a highly prized feeling in this world. Children are trained to be... Continue Reading →
2 Chronicles 26:6 Pride Leads Wrong
But when he was strong his heart was lifted up, to his destruction, for he transgressed against the Lord his God by entering the temple of the Lord to burn incense on the altar of incense. 2 Chronicles 26:16 Pride is something that is often seen as something good. Everyone is expected to take pride... Continue Reading →
1 Chronicles 17:16 Who Are You?
Then King David went in and sat before the Lord: and he said: "Who am I, O Lord God? And what is my house, that You have brought me this far?" 1 Chronicles 17:16 People want to feel important and needed. They want to believe that they are valuable. There are always arguments in the... Continue Reading →
James 4:6 Grace For The Humble
But He gives more grace. Therefore He says: "God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble." James 4:6 Looking at self and lifting self up is the focus of the world. No one wants to look down upon self and think of oneself as less than what they think they are. Being able... Continue Reading →
Mark 14:18 Will You Betray Jesus?
Now as they sat and ate, Jesus said, "Assuredly, I say to you, one of you who eats with Me will betray Me." Mark 14:18 Betrayal is something that no one likes. It breaks down friendships and trust between two or more people. Nations often give the death penalty for those who betray their nation... Continue Reading →