“When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with the humble is wisdom.” Proverbs 11:2 Humility is the foundation upon which wisdom is built. Pride rises because disgrace and/or shame are feared. The fear of shame prompts us to promote ourselves, to “look out for #1,” and to use our own wellbeing as the motivation to […]
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Confidence vs Arrogance
As teenagers (and tweens), your children will arrogantly believe that what they think to be right, is “the way it is.” This will be difficult. Remember they will be adults and the same truths apply to their selfish-pride even now. Also remember, your job is to help them understand the difference between arrogance and confidence.