How does pride affect our understanding of truth?

Pride is a subtle yet pervasive danger that can affect one's understanding and engagement with truth. It can transform the study and articulation of doctrine into a source of personal identity and superiority rather than a means of knowing Christ better. When pride infiltrates our lives, it often leads to a mechanical and detached interaction with scripture and theology, where we might become more concerned with correctness than compassion. This condition mirrors the warning given to the Ephesians, where correct doctrine was in place, but love was absent. Emphasizing humility and reliance on the Holy Spirit helps guard against pride, allowing believers to experience the truth that leads to genuine love for God and others.