Bible Verses About Pride

15 Bible verses about pride

1. "Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall."

   This verse shows that being proud is like walking into a trap that will cause us to trip and get hurt.

2. "But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, 'God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.'"

   When we are proud, we are fighting against God, but when we are humble, He gives us His loving help.

3. "Likewise, you who are younger, be subject to the elders. Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for 'God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.'"

   This reminds us to put on humility like a clean shirt every single day so we can serve others well.

4. "When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with the humble is wisdom."

   Proud people often make foolish choices that bring shame, but humble people are smart because they listen and learn.

5. "The fear of the Lord is hatred of evil. Pride and arrogance and the way of evil and perverted speech I hate."

   Loving God means hating the things that hurt people, and pride is at the top of that list.

6. "Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves."

   God wants us to stop trying to be the most important person in the room and start putting others first.

7. "For if anyone thinks he is something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself."

   Pride tricks us into thinking we are super strong and perfect when we actually need God for everything.

8. "One's pride will bring him low, but he who is lowly in spirit will obtain honor."

   Pushing ourselves to the front only gets us pulled back, but being quiet and humble leads to true honor.

9. "so that, as it is written, 'Let the one who boasts, boast in the Lord.'"

   The only thing we should ever brag about is how good and loving our God is to us.

10. "For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father but is from the world."

    Wanting to look rich, famous, or better than others does not come from our loving Heavenly Father.

11. "For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted."

    If we try to make ourselves look big, God will bring us down, but if we stay small, He will lift us up.

12. "Live in harmony with one another. Do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly. Never be wise in your own sight."

    We should never think we are too good to hang out with anyone, but instead be friends with everyone.

13. "Before destruction a man's heart is haughty, but humility comes before honor."

    Humility must always come first if we want to live a life that truly honors God.

14. "Now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise and extol and honor the King of heaven, for all his works are right and his ways are just; and those who walk in pride he is able to humble."

    Even the most powerful kings in the world have to learn that God is the only true King.

15. "The haughty looks of man shall be brought low, and the lofty pride of men shall be humbled, and the Lord alone will be exalted in that day."

    One day, everyone will see that God is the only one who deserves to be praised.

A prayer about pride

Dear Heavenly Father, please forgive me for the times I have been proud. Sometimes I think I can do things all on my own, and I forget how much I need You. Please change my heart to be more like Jesus. Teach me to be gentle, to listen to others, and to use my gifts to serve those around me. Thank You for Your endless grace that never runs out. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Common questions

What is the difference between good pride and bad pride?

Sometimes we use the word pride to mean being happy about a job well done or being glad for a friend's success. That is not the bad pride the Bible warns us about. The bad kind of pride is when we think we are better than others or that we do not need God. The Bible tells us to boast only in what the Lord has done for us, not in our own power.

Why does God hate pride so much?

God hates pride because it is built on a lie. It tells us that we are the kings of our own lives, which is not true. God created us and sustains us, so all glory belongs to Him. Pride also hurts us and the people around us. Because God loves us so much, He hates the sin that ruins our lives and keeps us from Him.

Does being humble mean I have to think I am bad at everything?

Not at all! Humility does not mean you pretend you have no talents. God made you with special gifts, and He wants you to use them. Being humble means you thank God for your talents instead of boasting about them. It means using what you have to help other people and to make God look great, rather than trying to make yourself look important.

How can I tell if I am acting out of pride?

You can check your heart by asking a few simple questions. Do you get very angry when someone corrects you? Do you find it hard to say 'I am sorry' when you make a mistake? Do you constantly compare yourself to others? If you see these signs, do not worry. You can pray and ask God to help you have a humble heart like Jesus.

How did Jesus show humility?

Jesus is the Son of God, but He did not demand that everyone bow down and serve Him on earth. He lived a quiet life, listened to people who were hurting, and fed the hungry. He even washed the dirty feet of His disciples. Most of all, He was humble by obeying God the Father all the way to the cross so that our sins could be forgiven.