Recently I have discovered that there is a line, not much thicker than a strand of hair, between standing up for a principle for virtuous reasons and simply being prideful. Often times it is extremely difficult to tell when the line has been crossed and one is neck deep in a state of sinful self-importance. It is judgments like those that require the grace of God. It is only through grace that we are able to develop any clarity regarding our intentions.
A Prayer for Humility:
Lord,
help us to humble ourselves both to you and to others.
By Christ's example,
let us be secure only in that which we know pleases you.
In all other things,
grant us the clarity to discern right action.
We pray this in a spirit of humility
through Christ, your son, and the Holy Spirit. AMEN.
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