Who dares to preach to another on the subject of too much pride? Doesn't the preacher who points out such weakness in others risk falling guilty of the same sin? But, someone needs to do it.
Proverbs 16:8 says, "Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall." This ancient truth is just as applicable to us today. This is clearly borne out in the numerous scandals involving Republican politicians that have come to light in recent months.
Republicans swelled with pride over their domination of both the executive and legislative branches of our government. They dropped their collective guard against the vices so alluring to persons of power. It has become clear that a few notable examples, while drunk on the power of majority, have abused their positions.
Thinking back on when the Democrats were in a similar position of power, I recall several instances of corruption that emerged at that time. The Democrats presently hold a majority position(however slim) in both the Senate and the House of Representatives. They are likely to increase that majority and take the White House in the next national election. I genuinely expect that by 2010 we will see numerous examples of official corruption among Democrats.
It seems being in the position of power encourages bad behavior. Each party is at its collective best when in a position of minority. I wish it were not so. But, neither party is inherently good or inherently evil. Moral vigilance is required at all times, but especially during times of political success.
That's my two cents.
Wade Houston
September 16, 2007
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