Pride Rock

Tuesday, 18 May 2010, at 19:34

Whilst riding on the coaster of life, one often finds themselves reaching a long stretch where things are no longer downhill. The track has leveled out, and from this vantage point, high above all else, it is easy to forget the thrilling ride that had just occurred. How easy it is to forget the hard parts in life, when life is going smoothly! Or even worse, the very God who carried us through said hard times! The man atop the mountain peak, forgets his entire journey while he beholds the wondrous sights before his eyes.

Similarly, as a pathetic human being, I often find that when life goes downhill, I am 'spiritual' and eager to pray and read God's Holy Word. But as soon as the trek through the mud is done, then once again, I am my own god, and my blessed creator is soon placed back on his shelf. I am too eager to take credit for my own works, and not nearly so eager to give credit to the one who deserves it- God. We enjoy making ourselves feel better at the expense of others, but in doing so we overlook God's Word. James 4:10 says that God will exalt those who humble themselves. Should this be the reason for you to practice humility? Perhaps not. But all the same, there is no reason to feel the need to belittle others for a self esteem boost. If you exalt yourself, then God will humble you- how much better would it be for you to humble yourself!

And so I strive to give all the deserved glory to God, my Savior, my Lord, and my Friend.

The higher you climb Pride Rock, the further you fall when humility you find. And whether you find it, or God finds it for you- you will find it!