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“Pride takes innumerable forms but has only one end: self-glorification. That’s the motive and ultimate purpose of pride—to rob God of legitimate glory and to pursue self-glorification, contending for supremacy with Him. The proud person seeks to glorify himself and not God, thereby attempting in…” quote by C. J. Mahaney
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“Pride takes innumerable forms but has only one end: self-glorification. That’s the motive and ultimate purpose of pride—to rob God of legitimate glory and to pursue self-glorification, contending for supremacy with Him. The proud person seeks to glorify himself and not God, thereby attempting in effect to deprive God of something only He is worthy to receive”

C. J. Mahaney

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Pride seeks self-glorification, trying to take the glory that belongs to God, leading to a false sense of supremacy.

In simple terms: Pride tries to replace God’s glory with self‑glory.

Key Takeaway

Guard against ego‑driven ambition.

Themes

pride humility spirituality ego glory

Mood

serious introspective spiritual

Type

theological motivational

When to use this quote

  • church teaching
  • personal reflection
  • leadership decisions
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

theology psychology ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives your ambition?
  • Can humility coexist with confidence?
A Different Perspective

Pride can be a motivator for achievement when balanced.

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