2 Corinthians 12:6 (ESV) — though if I should wish to boast, I would not be a
fool, for I would be speaking the truth; but I refrain from it, so that no one
may think more of me than he sees in me or hears from me.
NOTE: This is a very
good point and a good recommendation for the person who struggles with pride.
Rather than trying to impress people with our past positions and
accomplishments; people's impression should be determined by what they see in
us or hear from us. It reminds me of the (?)Emerson quote: "what you are
speaks so loudly, I cannot hear what you say." I would rather people build
my reputation on who they see I am, than what I try to convince them I am.
Because what I might try to convince, would just be boasting and probably
over-inflated and prideful and ugly. Wouldn't we all want to be seen positively
by those who know us based on our actions and character? That's the life I want
to live.
PRAYER: Father,
forgive me for my pride. Forgive me for puffing myself up. I know it is ugly to
you and probably ugly to others as well. Help me to relax in your unchanging
love, you indescribable love, and your never-failing acceptance. I am
completely loved. I need no other recognition. Thank you Jesus.
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