Pillar Church Podcast God's Vaccination For Man's Pride | Preston Morrison
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Mar 17, 2025 Pride is more than a flaw; it’s a dangerous trap that distances us from God. Humorous personal anecdotes reveal the discomforts that pride can bring, especially during spiritual moments. A deep dive into the consequences of arrogance shows how humility can transform our faith journey. Biblical figures serve as reminders that true greatness lies in humble service. Listeners are encouraged to pray for guidance and embrace humility, as it fosters a closer relationship with the divine.
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Pride Leads to Destruction
- Pride is a self-seeking, glory-stealing, self-worshiping life that leads inevitably to destruction.
- Building apart from God is like constructing a bridge with toothpicks, destined to fail under pressure.
God Blocks When Humble
- Preston shares an illustration of God as a fullback blocking for us when humble.
- When we act in pride, God opposes us, causing spiritual and emotional struggle.
Pride Leads to Madness
- Preston recounts King Nebuchadnezzar’s fall into madness due to pride, eating grass like oxen.
- He relates a personal embarrassing communion moment showing how pride disorients and humbles us.