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Some Real Characters: Lesson 2

Some Real Characters: Lesson 2. Theme. Proverbs 11:2 – “ When pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly is wisdom. ” God promises to resist the proud and give grace to the humble. The Pitfall of Pride. A proud person has an inflated estimation of his worth.

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Some Real Characters: Lesson 2

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  1. Some Real Characters: Lesson 2

  2. Theme • Proverbs 11:2 – “When pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly is wisdom.” • God promises to resist the proud and give grace to the humble.

  3. The Pitfall of Pride • A proud person has an inflated estimation of his worth. • A proud person has an elevated estimation of his worth. • A proud person has an agitated spirit.

  4. The Representations of Pride • The eyes (Prov. 6:16-17). • The tongue (Prov. 14:3; 21:23-24). • The heart (Prov. 18:12).

  5. The Results of Pride • The proud will make irrational decisions (Prov. 21:24). • The proud will live a life full of strife (Prov. 13:10, 28:25). • The proud will find shame (Prov. 11:2). • The proud will fall (Prov. 15:25; 16:18; 29:23).

  6. The Honor of Humility • Some are made humble because of circumstances. • Some become humble by personal decision. • Instructions are given to those who would be humble. • You must be willing (Prov. 6:3). • You must choose the right companions (Prov. 16:19). • Gifts are promised for those who would be humble. • Grace (Prov 3:34), Honor (Prov 29:23), Wisdom (Prov 11:2)

  7. Some Real Characters: Lesson 2

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