Resist // When Your Ego Becomes A Problem

Have you ever wondered how pride could be subtly shaping your life and relationships? This episode offers a transformative journey from pride to humility, inspired by the timeless wisdom of C.S. Lewis. Join us as we unpack the true essence of humility—not diminishing oneself but thinking of oneself less. Through personal stories and biblical insights from 1 Chronicles 21, we reveal how pride, symbolized by the central "I" in the word, locks the door to selflessness, hindering our ability to connect with others and grow.

King David's story serves as a powerful illustration of this journey. We recount the moment when David, driven by pride, counted the people of Israel to seek external validation, a misstep that led to selfishness and insecurity. Drawing from my early days of preaching, I share anecdotes about how pride and insecurity intertwined, highlighting the critical need to find our significance and security in God alone. This reflection is a poignant reminder that both pride and insecurity can divert us from our true spiritual path.

The final part of our exploration focuses on practical steps to identify and overcome pride. By posing thought-provoking questions like, "How hard is it for you to admit you're wrong?" we encourage introspection and self-examination. Using King David's journey from denial to repentance, we emphasize that spiritual maturity involves recognizing and overcoming the less obvious sins like pride. Embrace selflessness through humility by focusing on serving and uplifting others, particularly within your community. Join us in this enlightening episode to unlock the door to transformative change through humility.