There's an old saying, "coming events cast their shadows before them." A wise man reminds us that a proud heart often foretells trouble. Pride is a sure sign of destruction, even more than the mercury in a barometer predicts rain. History shows when people rise in arrogance, they fall. David felt it when focused on his own greatness.

Look at Nebuchadnezzar, the great Babylonian king, who ended up eating grass like an animal till his nails were like claws and his hair like feathers. Pride reduced him to a beast, just as it once turned an angel into a devil. God hates arrogance and always humbles it. His arrows aim straight at prideful hearts.

Christian, is your heart proud tonight? Pride sneaks into believers' hearts as easily as sinners'. It can fool you into thinking you're self-sufficient. Are you boasting in your gifts or experiences? Watch out, for your self-glory will be uprooted. If we forget to stay humble at the cross, God will correct us. Though your soul is safe, pride will destroy your joy and comfort. Remember, "He who glories, let him glory in the Lord."