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Pride is a sin that is common to everyone. We have a tendency to think of ourselves in an exalted manner as Romans 12:3 points out, “…Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the measure of faith God has given you (NIV). We are also told that, “The Lord detests all the proud of heart.” Proverbs 16:5 (NIV), and “Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.”, Proverbs 16:18,(NIV) For most it is very easy to detect this sin in others but very difficult to identify this as a personal transgression. This comes as a result of placing self on the throne and making all else subservient. When we complain about anything, desire rights or crave preeminence remember these are all signs of pride. It is better to serve than be served, forgive rather than hold a grudge, to bless rather than take and to be lowly rather than exalted. Something to think about…

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