Proverbs 11:2 When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.
Humility is something I struggle with at times, not because I think I’m “all that and a bag of chips,” but because when I throw my heart into something, I want recognition from someone, just a “good job,” or “I see how hard you are working,” or something will do, but that is still pride—wanting someone on this earth to give me accolades for my actions.
Proverbs 11:3 The integrity of the upright guides them, but the unfaithful are destroyed by their duplicity.
I struggle with this a lot. My validation needs to come only from God. It truly doesn’t matter what humans think. But it’s so nice to know what you do is appreciated. I try to use that knowledge to compliment others more, and I keep trying to turn my earthly, prideful side over to God. Jesus, Help me.
Proverbs 11:7 Hopes placed in mortals die with them; all the promise of their power comes to nothing.
Lord, Thank You for this day and this scripture. Thank You for the understanding of the role of pride in my life. Help me to humble myself before You daily. It doesn’t matter what this world thinks of me. Help me not to crave earthly accolades. Draw me closer to You. Amen.
Proverbs 11:24 One person gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty.
Have a blessed day.