The sin of vainglory is an ever-present danger
To seek the praise due God is a deceiving game-changer
Pride will cloud your vision so you cannot see
An ambush from hell’s depth leading to captivity
A humble, servant heart can prevent these attitudes
To know God’s perfect will, look to the beatitudes
Jesus always lived what He taught to others
Leaving heaven’s glory to live as mankind’s brother
We should be like-minded, having the same love
Being wise as a serpent, but harmless as a dove
Jesus was obedient to death and to the cross
If we live to gain vainglory, great will be our loss
Debbie Furey
April 1, 2021
1 Corinthians 1:26-29 – “Brothers and sisters, think of what you were when you were called. Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were influential; not many were of noble birth. 27 But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. 28 God chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things—and the things that are not—to nullify the things that are, 29 so that no one may boast before him.”
Matthew 5, 6
Philippians 2:1–11
Vainglory-an extreme pride in oneself; boastful vanity; worthless pomp or show
Beatitude – let this be your attitude
As I was listening to a song this morning and worshiping, my thoughts centered on the Lord and His humility. I am not sure the name of the song, but the words are: “Jesus take Your place–let all the other names fade away–till there’s only You.” The melody was so beautiful and powerful. How can anyone presume to take the glory and honor that is only due the Lord? Let us strive not to lift up our accomplishments and name, but to lift the Lord’s name up to be honored and glorified.
Quote from Thomas a Kempis:
“It is good that we at times endure opposition and that we are evilly and untruly judged when our actions and intentions are good. Often such experiences promote humility and protect us from vainglory.”