Proverbs 11:2 (NIV) When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.
Proverbs 13:10 (NIV) Pride only breeds quarrels, but wisdom is found in those who take advice.
Proverbs 16:18 (NIV) Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.
James 4:6 (NIV) But he gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: "God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble."
You can have no greater sign of a confirmed pride than when you think you are humble enough.
William Law (1686-1761)
