"A man's heart plans his way, but the LORD directs his steps." Proverbs 16:9


"There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death." 16:25


"Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall." Proverbs 16:18


"The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom, and before honor is humility." Proverbs 15:33


"Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people." Proverbs 14:34

Why do we place such importance on "pride"; in ourselves and in our nation?
We are told to "take pride" in our appearance.
We are asked, "Have you no pride?"
When we accomplish something, we are proud!
And when something is destroyed, we determine to rebuild, because we are proud!

Knowing that blessings come from God; that there is nothing good in us is a step in the right direction! We are to give God the glory for the good that comes our way.

Being a good person and working for God is "what seems right"! But that leads to pride! You are doing it on your own, not at His leading! Let Him direct your steps. Humbly ask Him to lead you in all you do; every hour of every day. Not just on the big things; but in every situation; defer to Him, who created the universe! 

"Humble yourself in the sight of the LORD, and He will lift you up." James 4:10

Humility is not thinking less of yourself...but thinking of yourself less.  ~ C.S. Lewis 

Father, I humbly ask you to forgive me of the sin of pride. I repent for all the prideful acts I've committed! You are the King of Kings and the LORD of LORDS and I want to only walks in Your way. Lead me, and guide me in everything I do. If I do any good, let me give You the glory! Give me ears to hear your whispered instructions and eyes to see what You wish me to see! If there is a need, that I can help You with, make it known to me. I lay my will at your throne. Let me live to exalt You!

Even so - MARANATHA!