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Proverbs 15:25 tells us, “The LORD tears down the house of the proud, but he sets the widow’s boundary stones in place.” This verse captures the heart of God’s character: He opposes arrogance but defends the weak and humble. God is not impressed by wealth, power, or social status because everything anyone has is ultimately a gift from Him. As the Creator and Sustainer of all things, God owns it all—our possessions, abilities, and even our very lives are entrusted to us by His grace. Pride, then, is not only misplaced but an offense to the One who gives us everything.

The proud trust in their own strength, wisdom, and accomplishments, leaving no room for God. Pride blinds us to our need for Him, fostering a false sense of security. But God “tears down the house of the proud,” exposing the emptiness of their self-reliance. Arrogance erects barriers that block the flow of God’s grace and mercy into our lives.

In contrast, the widow represents vulnerability and dependence on God. She has no earthly resources to defend her boundary stones, but God becomes her protector. In ancient times, widows were among the most defenseless members of society, often left without legal protection. Their only source of help was someone’s favor and kindness. This reflects a deeper spiritual truth: God values a heart that is poor in spirit, one that acknowledges its need for Him. As Jesus said in Matthew 5:3, “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”. If you look at the rest of the verses in the beatitudes from Matthew chapter 5:3 -11, you will notice that almost every verse reflects the blessings of the humble, the meek, the poor, the hurting, the helpless, and the persecuted. 

Being poor in spirit is not about material poverty but an attitude of humility, recognizing that we are utterly dependent on God for everything. It’s about surrendering our pride, confessing our weaknesses, and trusting His strength.

Regardless of wealth or status, God invites us to approach Him with humility. He despises pride but lavishes His favor on the humble. The secret to God’s blessing is a heart that says, “Lord, I need You.” Let us reject pride and cultivate a spirit of humility, for it is through this posture that we truly encounter God’s grace and protection.

 

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