Proverbs 21:4 · KJV

"An high look, and a proud heart, and the plowing of the wicked, is sin."

King James Version

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Passage Context

²Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: but the LORD pondereth the hearts.

³To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.

⁴An high look, and a proud heart, and the plowing of the wicked, is sin.

⁵The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness; but of every one that is hasty only to want.

⁶The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a vanity tossed to and fro of them that seek death.

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Devotional Reflection

FearShame

Today, everyone says, "We're number one!" But the Bible says that the wicked are the ones who light their own way with their proud eyes and hearts. God, on the other hand, shows His people the way with His Word (the Bible) and with His Word (Jesus). The wicked, however, show themselves the way with their proud eyes and hearts. But God says that being arrogant, proud, "uppity," or whatever you want to call it, is a sin. God is the most important thing, and everything else is important because of Him. It's really that simple.

Prayer

Help me to prioritize You and Your moral qualities in my heart, my choices in life, and my influence. Holy and righteous Father, in Jesus' precious name I pray. Amen.

Reflection Questions

How do you guard against pride in your life?

What does it mean for you to have a humble heart?

When have you seen pride lead to negative consequences?

Life Application

humility

Practice humility in your interactions by listening more than speaking.

integrity

Evaluate your actions and motivations to ensure they align with righteousness.

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