Posts Tagged ‘pride’
Motive
This word means “reason or rationale” behind doing something. If I do something, I must have a reason behind that action. My motives are not always obvious to everyone else. I sometimes ignore my motives and just spring into action. There is always a motive behind every activity. I think it’s simply to decide whether…
Read MoreAuthority or Power
It is sometimes painful to watch people with power who have no authority. The reverse of that is tough as well, when people who have authority have no power. Leadership to me in more about influence then authority or power. There are times when authority is called for. Power is a bit more subjective. There…
Read MoreHealed
I have been healed many times. I recently went to the doctor with my neck “locked up”. I couldn’t turn my head to the right or the left. After receiving a couple of shots on both sides of my neck, I was referred to a Chiropractor – who with therapy and adjustment made great strides…
Read MoreHumble Pie
I have to admit that I don’t always like the taste of Humble Pie – some call it the “pastry that is never tasty”. I do think a slice of it every now and then is a good thing. Being humble is easier said than done. I think humility starts in the heart and works…
Read MoreBoastful or Blessed
These two words are vastly different and have much to do with the posture of my heart. If I’m boastful, I’m pointing to me. If I’m blessed, I’m aware that it’s not all about me. Boasting comes from pride while blessing comes from humility. As I journey through the book of Esther, I see a…
Read MoreBragger
I often pick on people who are quick to show all the things they have or have accomplished. I call them a “bragger”. They seem to be saying: “Look at me and how great I am”. I think this a huge display of pride for sure. I have learned over the years that I am…
Read More