Apart from the cross, condemnation is normal. Without Jesus, we all deserve to be condemned and punished for sin. But here's the good news: 'There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus'.
C. J. MahaneyAll gifts from God are intended to direct our attention to God and create fresh affection for God.
C. J. MahaneyPride takes innumerable forms but has only one end: self-glorification. Thatโs the motive and ultimate purpose of prideโto rob God of legitimate glory and to pursue self-glorification, contending for supremacy with Him. The proud person seeks to glorify himself and not God, thereby attempting in effect to deprive God of something only He is worthy to receive
C. J. MahaneyTo learn true humility, we need more than a redefinition of greatness; we need even more than Jesus' personal example of humble service. What we need is His death.
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