Pride Goes Before a Fall.
A well-known Bible verse about pride is found in Proverbs 16:18–19.
“Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. It is better to be of lowly spirit with the poor than to divide the spoil with the proud.”
Another verse about pride is found in Proverbs 13:10 in the NLT.
“Pride leads to conflict; those who take advice are wise.”
God does not like arrogance. You can read more about that in Proverbs 8:13 in the NKJV.
“The fear of the Lord is to hate evil; pride and arrogance and the evil way, and the perverse mouth I hate.”
I’m sure we all have been proud at various times in our lives. I know I’ve been proud of my accomplishments. That’s not necessarily a bad thing. But at those times when I’ve let pride rule my heart — and my behavior — that’s wrong.
Pride can have negative consequences in various aspects of life. Here are 10 dangers of being prideful:
1. Alienating Others
Excessive pride can push people away, as it may come across as arrogance or superiority.
2. Hindered Growth
Pride can hinder personal growth and learning, as it often prevents one from acknowledging their mistakes.
3. Damaged Relationships
Prideful individuals may struggle to apologize or admit fault, leading to strained relationships.
4. Missed Opportunities
Pride can make it difficult to seek help or collaborate with others, causing missed opportunities for success.
5. Ignoring Feedback
Prideful individuals may disregard constructive criticism, preventing self-improvement.
6. Overconfidence
Excessive pride can lead to overconfidence, increasing the likelihood of making poor decisions.
7. Isolation
Pride can lead to isolation as people may avoid someone who constantly brags or belittles others.