Son, remember that those who exalt themselves, I will humble, and those who humble themselves, I will exalt! These proud people do not worship Me, or ask for My guidance or seek My blessings. In the end their lives will be destroyed. They will grope around like the blind, thinking that their silver and gold will give them the direction they need. They will receive the wages of their pride; they will become an utter ruin.
Son, if you want to follow Me, then your love for Me must be greater than your love for your father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, and yes, even your own life; otherwise you cannot be my disciple. But, don’t follow Me until you count the cost; for it will cost you everything you own on this earth. Those who seek Me are humble; for they follow all of My commands. They live their lives by doing what is right. They walk in My truth and love.
Lord, I worship and praise Your name because of Your unfailing love and faithfulness. Your promises for my life and my family are backed by the honor of Your name. For Your name is great: the Name above all names. You are close to the humble and You take care of them. But, You keep Your distance from the proud because that is what they want; they do not love You or even think of You like the humble do. Lord, thank You for letting me get close to You. I know You will work out Your plans for my life.