“…and be clothed with humility, for ‘God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.’” 1 Peter 5:5b
How easily we overlook two prominent sins in our lives—worry and pride. Yet, as with all sin, we suffer the consequences of our unbelief concerning what God clearly says in His Word—diminished flourishing. Last week during Ladies Bible Study we discussed in depth worry in contrast to trust. This week we will think through pride as opposed to humility.
Consider these thoughts from David Guzik. “Grace and pride are eternal enemies. Pride demands that God bless me in light of what I think I deserve. Grace will only deal with me on the basis what is in God (love), not on the basis of anything in me.”
“Pride is one of the most detestable of sins; yet does it find lodgment in earnest souls, though we often speak of it by some lighter name. We call it - independence, self-reliance. We do not always discern it in the hurt feeling, which retires into itself, and nurses its sorrows in a sulk . . . We are proud of our humility, vain of our meekness; and, putting on the saintliest look, we wonder whether all around are not admiring us for our lowliness.” (Meyer)
I am looking forward to seeing you this Thursday morning for a great time of encouragement as we begin on page 57 of our study books (Lesson 9). Last week some of the ladies had a hard time hearing the discussion, so we will be reconfiguring our seating arrangement to try to improve that situation. If you would like to bring some goodies to go with our coffee, that would be great.
Don’t forget that the Mom’s Class is starting this coming Monday and Ruth Rogers could use a couple of ladies who would like to help with the children and babies from 10 to 11 as an encouragement to the young moms. This is a once a month event. Let me or Ruth know if you would be available.