“Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before stumbling.” (Proverbs 16:18)
I’m not worried about the parent who doubts their ability – they will seek advice. I’m terrified about the confident parent.
I’m not worried about the nervous Bible teacher – they will study hard and do their best to find God’s truth. I’m terrified about the teacher who thinks they know it already.
I’m not worried about the Christian who doubts and struggles – they will cling to the Lord, pray often, and humble themselves. I’m terrified about the Christian who never doubts themselves.
I’m not worried about the leader who feels the impostor – they will try and live up to who they know they should be (but fear they aren’t). I’m terrified of the leader who never questions themselves.
I’m not worried about the humble – the humble will improve. I’m terrified for the proud because I know their only teacher will be consequences.
Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites
This Week’s Reading: Numbers 11-18; Psalm 16; Proverbs 16 This year, #Biblebites are looking at lessons from the history of the Old Testament. Each week reads a section of history with a Psalm to meditate on and a dash of Proverbs to dwell upon. If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2024-vision