Title

The Greatest Sin of Man

Scripture
A proud and haughty man-“Scoffer” is his name; he acts with arrogant pride.
(Proverbs 21:24)
Devotional
People of such character are not only repulsive to man; they are likewise repulsive to God. Billy Graham has called pride the greatest sin of man. In our text, we see the epitome of pride. Its titles are: haughty, scoffer, and arrogant. These characteristics will always precede a fall. The scriptures furthermore declare: “When pride comes, then comes shame.” (1) “By pride comes nothing but strife ”(2) “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.” (3) Evidently there is no room for pride in the life of a believer, let alone haughty, scoffing and arrogant pride. Do not allow pride to get a foothold on you. When you detect its presence, flee from it. Humble yourself under the mighty hand of God. Confess your sin and seek repentance. Do not compare yourself to others. Compare yourself to God. That will humble you and keep you from arrogant pride.

(1) Proverbs 11:2, (2) Proverbs 13:10, (3) Proverbs 16:18
Text For The Day
Proverbs 21:24: A proud and haughty man—“Scoffer” is his name; he acts with arrogant pride.
 
Thought For The Day
“There is perhaps no one of our natural passions so hard to subdue as pride. Beat it down, stifle it, mortify it as much as one pleases, it is still alive. Even if I could conceive that I had completely overcome it, I should probably be proud of my humility.” Benjamin Franklin, from his autobiography
Questions To Ponder
Morning Study Guide
Defining:  “Pride”: “The knowledge of one’s own humility.”
 
Referencing: “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” James 4:6 & 1 Peter 5:5
 
Applying: Purposefully humble yourself. Take the lower position, the lesser seat, give the accolade to others, and do not covet the applause of men.