Pride

[fragmentsofdreams]

Do any of your churches put much emphasis on the dangers of pride? I can't remember much if any discussion about it.

 

[Andrew]

Nope,

Our 'philosophy' is to major on what the Bible majors on. ie Christ and the cross, followed by healing.

 

[Jenna]

Well, we certainly talk about it, as it is a subject that many people struggle with. We don't, however, put undo importance on it.

 

[Skyfire]

My church doesn't put as much emphasis as it should; I know that I could have used it.

 

[Blessed-one]

no, but i suppose we have something like that in fellowship.. not much though.

 

[Jenna]

Do you think that pride is a subject that should be address in more depth at your churches?

I have come in contact with MANY Christians who are so puffed up with themselves that there is no room left for God. Do you see this as a prevelant sickness amongst the people that you come in contact with?

 

[Martin]

We have had a series of teachings on Freedom In Christ. One of these teachings was on pride and humilty. Jesus says a lot about remaining humble.

 

[MatthewDiscipleofGod]

We bring it up at our church. Not every sunday but it does find it's way into sermons. I think it's a topic that should be covered but I don't see to many pride issues within my church. Now I have been to many churches and I do run into churches that could use some sermons on the topic. It's sad to see someones pride choke off their relationship with God.

 

[MatthewDiscipleofGod]

Just saw your post Martin. One thing we all should remember and work on is humbling ourselves to God and his will. We do talk about this a lot in church. More we resist God's will and wanting to do our own the more harm we cause ourselves. With my first post I was really posting more about pride to other church members.