That man - it is something that should sound proudly, heard almost everything.But this principle, which was at the hearing in a few generations, in terms of the believer's just terrible.Because it gives us the "need" to feel very important, just because we - the people.We say at once - the "good" is not proud.There's only pride.What it is?
Until you start to read the patristic literature of a pride you can not see.But it is necessary to start, as it turns out that many of our motives and thoughts are imbued with pride, it sprouted.Compare yourself with a colleague, came to the conclusion that it is better - pride, came to the conclusion that the worst - the pride and envy.You want to win the competition - pride.What is it, how to get rid of this sin?
believer manager
generally advisable not to try to evaluate yourself at all.It's not even the case of people, it is the work of God.If you have the talent (as learned from others), then treat it should be with gratitude to God.Think of it as something you manage a large estate, but because God is very much obliged.Therefore, your talents to serve the Lord as possible.All of your good qualities - it's just a gift from God, your contribution to this.And it should only be proud achievements, even in good deeds - as a reward from the Creator for them can be "written off".
At offended carry not only water
We do not know the state of each other's souls, though, and see the sins of others.It is likely that those who have offended you, sincerely repented, and you just do not want to.In this case, your punishment may be much larger than the offender.After all, the prayer "Our Father", when talking about debt, it is not just about money but also about the offender.If you do not forgive, but I read this prayer, as befits a believer, every day, you bring upon her head a big problem.Because you are asking God to treat you the way you treat offenders.God will hear.
Harbinger pride
Pride - a mortal sin because the person becomes blind and too protected from criticism, losing touch with reality.Before pride often comes vanity, the desire to please and fascinate.So what is a harmless activity like reading magazines and dreams can lead to a condition called pride.Aphorisms Englishmen say that pride always comes before a fall.So if you ascend mentally high, prepare to shame.
And if done well?
how to treat their achievements?As to the gift of God.If you are praise for success, try not to respond to these words.Praise - generally a very dangerous thing, because it often feeds on pride.What does it mean?That praise is necessary to take the most neutral to praising realized that it - not the way to win the favor.Himself praise Carefully evaluating made, not the identity of the person.So you will avoid embarrassment in communication and suspicion of flattery.
Pride - what is it?Just a consequence of damage to the human nature.But the disease can be fought feasible fasting and prayer, and through constant healthy self-criticism.
