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What does Obadiah teach about pride and humility?

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Obadiah warns that pride leads to downfall and emphasizes the importance of humility before God.

In Obadiah, it is the pride of Edom that deceives them into thinking they are invincible. This pride ultimately leads to their judgment and destruction. Proverbs reminds us that pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. Thisological reality serves as a warning for all believers, highlighting the necessity of humility before God. True humility acknowledges our dependence on God's grace and power, reminding us that we are nothing apart from Him. Therefore, believers are called to embrace humility, lest they fall into the same trap as Edom.
Scripture References: Obadiah 1:3-4, Proverbs 16:18

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Obadiah Bible Survey
Don Bell · Oct 10, 2012
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