Pride is an overestimation of self that leads to rebellion against God, a denial of dependence on Him, and ultimately to a person’s downfall. It is the opposite of humility, which acknowledges our need for God and submits to His will.

Humility, biblically, is a heart attitude of lowliness and dependence that honors God as supreme, submits to His will, and places others before self in love. It is the character of Christ, who humbled Himself to serve and save us.

“You aren’t going to talk to me like that.”

“I’m not going to be the one to apologize.”

“It’s not me, it’s you.”

“It’s not fair.”

“I don’t need help.”

1. Pay attention to these prideful thoughts

When we focus on the outside - we turn our faith into a performance

We start comparing ourselves with other people

When we put focus on the outside, we always end up putting our confidence in our accomplishments instead of Jesus Christ

2. Get over yourself - Focus on humbling yourself

Next Steps:
• Voluntarily confess sin
• Give of yourself sacrificially
• Treat others better than yourself

Next Steps:
• Voluntarily confess sin
• Give of yourself sacrificially
• Treat others better than yourself
• Be willing to ask for help
• Look for an opportunity every day to put someone else ahead of yourself
• Repent of pride & selfishness