“The one who has a haughty look and a proud heart, him I will not endure.” (Psalm 101:5)
Devotional
The rolling of the eyes, the scornful shaking of the head, and the curling of the lips express the attitude of the heart. These gestures define what our text calls “a haughty look”. God frowns upon such condescending gestures and disdainful attitudes. They are responses that stem from pride and arrogance. For the most part, people who exhibit them add insult to their actions by denying they display such mannerisms.
It is easier to shrug the shoulders than to seek a solution. It takes less effort to roll the eyes than to listen. And shaking the head is easier than thinking. These mannerisms are the fruit of a sinful lazy disposition. Therefore, the next time you find yourself displaying a cocky attitude, remember: just as you are not enduring another, God is not enduring you.
Thought For The Night
“No good ever comes off pride, for it is the meanest of mean things, and no one but he who is full of it thinks it grand.” George MacDonald, (1824-1905) Scottish minister who greatly influenced C. S. Lewis.
Evening Text
Psalm 101:5: The one who has a haughty look and a proud heart, him I will not endure.
Looking for Answers
Does God express His countenance? Consider Numbers 6:26.
Is a “poker face” a good quality? Consider the 9th commandment, Exodus 20:16.
Does your face reflect your heart? Consider Proverbs 15:13.
Evening Study Guide
Defining: “Countenance”: The outward appearance of an inward attitude—which cannot be hidden from God and seldom man.
Referencing: “These six things the Lord hates, yes, seven are an abomination to Him: (numberone:)A proud look,” Proverbs 6:16-17.
Applying: Get the heart right and the countenance will follow suit.