Jul 9, 2023
Obadiah: Pride Before the Fall
By: Phil Peacock
Series: Major Truths from Minor Prophets
“The pride of your heart has deceived you…” —Obadiah 1:3a
“Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.” —Proverbs 16:18
Very little is known about the prophet Obadiah, whose name means “servant of the Lord.” The vision given to him by God involves the judgment of the nation of Edom, the descendants of Esau. Though related to the Israelites by blood, the Edomites were a thorn in their flesh for many generations. They thought they could mistreat others but never pay the price. But their arrogance toward God and men was their downfall.
Pride is dangerous because it distorts your view of yourself. Romans 12:3
Pride is dangerous because it destroys your relationship with others. 1 Corinthians 13:4
Pride is dangerous because it destroys your relationship with God. James 4:6
“As it is written: ‘Let the one who boasts boast in the Lord!’” 1 Corinthians 1:31
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- Jul 9, 2023Obadiah: Pride Before the Fall
Jul 9, 2023Obadiah: Pride Before the FallBy: Phil PeacockSeries: Major Truths from Minor Prophets“The pride of your heart has deceived you…” —Obadiah 1:3a “Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.” —Proverbs 16:18 Very little is known about the prophet Obadiah, whose name means “servant of the Lord.” The vision given to him by God involves the judgment of the nation of Edom, the descendants of Esau. Though related to the Israelites by blood, the Edomites were a thorn in their flesh for many generations. They thought they could mistreat others but never pay the price. But their arrogance toward God and men was their downfall. Pride is dangerous because it distorts your view of yourself. Romans 12:3 Pride is dangerous because it destroys your relationship with others. 1 Corinthians 13:4 Pride is dangerous because it destroys your relationship with God. James 4:6 “As it is written: ‘Let the one who boasts boast in the Lord!’” 1 Corinthians 1:31
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- When God’s Spirit pours out on His people, barriers are broken down.
- When the Spirit pours, God’s presence is clearly evident.
- When the Spirit pours, God’s people are prepared for service.
- When the Spirit pours, God’s purpose of salvation is accomplished.
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- Like the Corinthian Christians, to get on the path to spiritual growth we must first identify what is holding us back.
- We must also understand the purpose and potential God has given to us.
- Finally, we must learn reliance upon the power of God for all good things that happen in us and through us.
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- May 14, 2023Investing in the Next Generation
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- He considered only himself. He had the barrier of greed.
- He cared only about this world. He had the barrier of short-sightedness.
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- Giving is the only antidote to greed.