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Tag Archives: conceit
Conceit; February 5, 2020
Romans 11:33 Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out! I have always loved this doxology, both the parts set to music and the whole … Continue reading
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Tagged abilities, conceit, faithfulness, God's gifts, gratitude, humility, perspective, pride, self-centeredness, stewardship
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Dependence on God; July 24, 2019
Psalms 18:1 I love you, O Lord, my strength. David was at his best when he recognized his dependence on God. Actually, that can be said of anyone! We human beings have the odd conceit that we can get by … Continue reading
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Tagged abilities, astrophysics, conceit, cosmic glue, diligence, God's grace, loving God, needing God, stewardship of abilities
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Hubris and Humility; March 31, 2019
Romans 11:33 Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out! Paul has just been writing about God’s plans for the Jews and the Gentiles and … Continue reading
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Tagged conceit, confidence, humility, knowledge, perspective, prophecy, revelation, speaking for God
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Representing God; January 16, 2019
Revelation 19:10 At this I fell at his feet to worship him. But he said to me, “Do not do it! I am a fellow-servant with you and with your brothers who hold to the testimony of Jesus. Worship God! … Continue reading
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Tagged adulation, being used by God, comparisons, conceit, focus, Mary, messengers, prayer, pride, prophecy, worship
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Rewards; September 24, 2018
1 Corinthians 3:12-15 If any man builds on this foundation using gold, silver, costly stones, wood, hay or straw, his work will be shown for what it is, because the Day will bring it to light. It will be revealed … Continue reading
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Tagged conceit, eternal life, faithfulness, God's grace, heaven, human will, hyper grace, hypocrisy, obedience to God, rewards, salvation, serving God
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Humility; March 19, 2018
Dan 10:12 Then he continued, “Do not be afraid, Daniel. Since the first day that you set your mind to gain understanding and to humble yourself before your God, your words were heard, and I have come in response to … Continue reading
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Tagged Billy Graham, conceit, Daniel, equality, human value, humility, prayer, price, wisdom
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Self-image; January 27, 2018
Isaiah 45:9 “Woe to him who quarrels with his Maker, to him who is but a potsherd among the potsherds on the ground. Does the clay say to the potter, ‘What are you making?’ Does your work say, ‘He has … Continue reading
