REMEMBER, IT'S NOT IMPORTANT TO ALWAYS BE RIGHT!

Pride leads to arguments; those who take advice are wise. Proverbs 13:10.... The need to win every argument is a good indicator of a prideful nature. In contrast, a willingness to admit error points to a humble spirit. It’s no secret as to which the bible advocates. Proverbs 11:2 says, “Pride leads to disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.” Pride exacerbates dissent just as surely as do harsh, angry words, while humility promotes peaceful resolution. So the trick to reducing the amount of intensity of conflict in a marriage is, quite simply, to replace pride with humility. We must examine the condition of our heart. If we discover our attitude is one of stubbornness and pride, we should ask ourselves why. What is the root of our conceit? If we are honest with ourselves, we will often find that our pridefulness is a defense mechanism, a mask for feelings of uncertainty and inferiority. It’s a substitute for having the courage to say, “I don’t know” and risk losing the esteem of others. Pride is a stick we lean on t prop ourselves up; that’s why it often goes before the fall. Don’t be afraid to admit you don’t have all the answers, and don’t hesitate to confess when you’re wrong. You don’t need a flimsy crutch like pride to stand tall- God promises to lift up those who humble themselves.