VOT: May 29, 2023-P.R.I.D.E: P-Personal-Ride “Pride is toxic”

VOT: May 29, 2023 P.R.I.D.E: P-Personal-Ride “Pride is toxic” Pride can be abbreviated to “Personal Ride” This is because the focus and emphasis is usually on “Self” and it is subtle, always pretending to relate to others but with is a hidden personal interest. Everyone of God’s creation must be watchful of it (Pride) because often times it is not obvious physically, but reflects in our actions and reactions. It is not wise to be proud, because the same way people ascend to the top is the same way people descend to the bottom. Interestingly you are likely to meet the same person or group of people while on the journey either to the top or to the bottom. A good example is the life of Joseph and his encounter with his brothers. It was his humility that kept him calm and, he restrained himself from fighting back when they despised him and plotted against him. This was his lowest point or Valley experience, but he chose to stay focused on his dreams and vision. At the beginning his life looked like a puzzle, scattered, uncertain. He did not know how his story of life will end. To many, he appeared stupid for not responding to the attacks of his adversaries which unfortunately at that time happened to be his own blood brothers or family. The end of his journey proved that humility is not stupidity as most people think. Pharaoh recognized the power and wisdom Joseph had, but that did not make Joseph proud. He returned all the glory to God and that explains why he was elevated to the top. Nuggets 1. The fact that you are been mocked at or despised when you are still at the bottom, does not mean you cannot climb to the mountain top. 2. Also even if you are in the Valley of dry bones, you can change your status or condition through your prophetic confession and show casing your gifts and talents. 3. Joseph’s gift and talent made a way for him to ascend to the top to confirm the dream he had and to fulfill God’s original plan and purpose foe his life. He was not drowned in the pit, but made his way to the top of the moun