2 Corinthians 10:12 (ESV) — Not that we dare to classify or compare ourselves
with some of those who are commending themselves. But when they measure
themselves by one another and compare themselves with one another, they are
without understanding.
2 Corinthians 10:18 (ESV) — For it is not the one who commends himself who is
approved, but the one whom the Lord commends.
NOTE: Two ugly sins
which are closely related are: comparison and self-commendation. There is
nothing to be gained in comparison. There will always be those who are better
(causing envy) and those who are worse (causing pride). And self-commendation
is just plain ugly. The person who is humble, yet knows of his worth, is the
type of person I enjoy being around. We all could gain by a healthy emotional
view. We need to grow, and get better, but not for our pride, but for our
service to God. We need to look to God, not others, for our acceptance and
reward. We serve God not man.
PRAYER: Father,
today open my eyes again to my own pride. Help me to react differently. Help me
to be humble and content in who I am before you. Help me to shut my mouth. Even
a fool is considered wise who keeps his words few.
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