Human Pride Makes One Low


If there is anything that we as people need to learn it is that God is the potter, and we are the clay.  I'm not in control, He is in control.  I'm not the boss, He is the boss.  I'm not the provider, He is the provider.  On and on we could go, describing who He is and who we are not.  Our text is an example of the most powerful ruler on earth being made low, to live like an animal for seven years because of his pride.  Yes, Nebuchadnezzar lived like a wild animal and was indeed abased by the King of heaven.   

Nebuchadnezzar in his pride spoke, "... Is not this great Babylon, that I have built for the house of the kingdom by the might of my power, and for the honour of my majesty?" (Dan. 4:30)  He aspired to elevate himself, but he nor any other person is worthy to exalt himself.  All glory and praise belong to God.  Don't make yourself the center of the universe, you are headed for trouble if you do so.  Make God the One who is worthy of praise, honour, and glory; make Him the One who is preeminent.

Don't tempt God through your pride.  Live humbly before God, and He will impart His grace to you.  "... God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble." (James 4:6)

Have a great day! 

Your Friend in HIM,


Pastor Mike Abbott

Brownsburg BaptistComment