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šæMichal - Day 11: Pride vs. Humility
š Read: 2 Samuel 6:20ā22
āWhen David returned home to bless his household, Michal, the daughter of Saul, came out to meet him and said, āHow the king of Israel has distinguished himself today, going around half-naked in full view of the slave girls of his servants as any vulgar fellow would!āDavid said to Michal, āIt was before the Lord, who chose me rather than your father or anyone from his house when he appointed me ruler over the Lordās people IsraelāI will celebrate before the Lord.āā
Michalās words were full of sarcasm and pride.
Instead of being glad that Godās presence had returned to Jerusalem, she focused on appearances and respectability. To her, Davidās worship seemed beneath the dignity of a king. But to David, it was an act of pure joy and humility before God.
Michal cared about how things looked. David cared about honoring God.
Thatās the difference between pride and humility. Pride focuses on how we appear to others; humility focuses on how we appear before God.
š God values a heart that celebrates Him more than one that tries to look perfect.
When we stop worrying about how others see us and focus on how God sees us, our hearts find freedom.
ā Reflection Question:
Do I ever hold back in my faith because Iām worried about what others will think? How can I practice humility before God today?
š Prayer:
Lord, help me let go of pride and worry about appearances. Teach me to live for Your approval, not peopleās. Give me a humble heart that finds joy in simply being close to You. Amen.
š¬ Your Turn:
Share your thoughts below ā what helps you stay humble and focused on honoring God rather than impressing others?
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šæMichal - Day 11: Pride vs. Humility
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