"And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others:
Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican.
The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men are, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican.
I fast twice in the week, I give tithes of all that I possess.
And the publican, standing afar off, would not lift up so much as his eyes unto heaven, but smote upon his breast, saying, God be merciful to me a sinner.
I tell you, this man went down to his house justified rather than the other: for every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted."
Luke 18:9-14
This is a good reminder that we shouldn't look down on others and consider ourselves superior, or despise others. Learning to love others can be really tough in some cases, but acknowledging our faults before God and asking for help is a much better strategy for self-improvement and progression than stepping on other people. Today, let's step back and think about any people, or groups, that we despise or feel superior to, and let's consider their perspective. Let's also ask God to help us see others as he does and be aware of their goodness and all that they have to teach us. If we're sincere, a little humility will get us closer to heaven than any amound of pride.
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