“And he did that which was right in the sight
of the Lord... But when he was strong, his heart was lifted up to his
destruction…” 2 Chro 26:4 & 16
Uzziah was a remarkably
successful king. His achievements brought him fame. He was successful in war
and peace, in planning and execution, in building and planting. He did so many things well that a consuming
pride gradually invaded his life like the leprous disease that finally
destroyed his body. We are never closer
to failure than during our greatest successes; if we fail to recognize God's
part in our achievements in life. Uzziah's
pride was rooted in his lack of thankfulness. We have no accounts of this king
ever showing appreciation to God for the marvelous gifts he received. And though he reigned for 52 years, with many
accomplishments, it ultimately lead to a life of ungratefulness and pride (Pro 16:18) and his death.
The passing of pride is in one’s
gratefulness in God.
HSAY…Todd
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