GoodNews Daily Devotional 18 December 2021
TOPIC: Pride Detector
TODAY’S SCRIPTURE: Proverbs 13:10 – Only by pride cometh contention; but with the well advised is wisdom..
GoodNews Daily Devotional 18 December 2021 Message
Pride is one of the things that God hates. As a Christian, you want to make sure you stay far away from operating in pride. Nothing good comes from operating in pride, just take a look at the devil. Pride will have you think that you know everything and that you can do no wrong. This is very dangerous. When you get into any conflict or argument know that pride is at the root. You do not need to explain yourself in any contentious situation because it will only escalate.
Wisdom is the only solution when there is contention. You may need to walk away quickly or focus on something else before you regret saying or doing something. When wisdom is part of the equation, you can guarantee that humility will be present.
Humbling yourself seems like the hardest thing to do but know that you are glorifying God when you operate in humility. When you resist the devil, he will flee from you. It is not worth getting into a shouting match with anyone. Study the Word to help you identify those triggers in your life. Pain will teach you what pride prevented you from learning. Do not learn the hard way, there is no need to. Be the one who will deescalate any situation because you have the wisdom of God.
PROPHETIC DECLARATION
I will humble myself before God. Contention is not my portion. I will only operate in wisdom. Praise Jesus!
FURTHER STUDY
James 4:6
