Victory Belongs to God — The Danger of Pride and Partial Obedience
Key Scriptures
1 Kings 20:13 (CSB)
“Then a prophet came to Ahab king of Israel and said, ‘This is what the Lord says: Do you see this entire huge army? Watch, I am handing it over to you today so that you may know that I am the Lord.’”
1 Kings 20:28 (CSB)
“The man of God approached and said to the king of Israel, ‘This is what the Lord says: Because the Arameans have said, “The Lord is a god of the mountains and not a god of the valleys,” I will hand over this whole huge army to you. Then you will know that I am the Lord.’”
1 Kings 20:42 (CSB)
“He said to him, ‘This is what the Lord says: Because you released from your hand the man I set apart for destruction, it will be your life in place of his life and your people in place of his people.’”
Proverbs 16:18 (CSB)
“Pride comes before destruction, and an arrogant spirit before a fall.”
Romans 6:12 (CSB)
“Therefore do not let sin reign in your mortal body, so that you obey its desires.”
Reflection Questions
Have I ever mistaken God’s mercy for His approval?
What “treaties” or compromises am I holding on to that God wants me to end?
Do I give God full credit for my victories—or do I take the glory for myself?
How can I ensure that pride doesn’t sabotage the blessings I’ve received?