Reflection
In today's readings, pride meets its judgment while humility finds God's care. Obadiah pronounces judgment on Edom's arrogance. Jeremiah 40-42 reveals the tragic consequences of seeking God's guidance without following it. Psalm 147 celebrates how God lifts the humble and heals the brokenhearted. 1 Peter 5 calls believers to humble submission under God's mighty hand and His faithful care.

The key insight we can draw from these passages is this: God opposes the proud but shows tender care to the humble, calling us to genuinely seek His guidance and courageously follow it, trusting His provision through every circumstance.

Let's break this down into a simple principle:

Cultivate genuine humility before God, seek His direction sincerely, and follow His guidance courageously, trusting His care even in uncertainty.

Here are five practical steps we can take to apply today's readings:

1. Identify one area of pride in your life and confess it to God today.

2. Ask God for direction on one decision and commit to following His guidance.

3. Help one person who is struggling or suffering in a practical way.

4. Write down three anxieties and consciously cast them on God.

5. Reach out to one spiritual leader and thank them for their faithfulness.

As you go about your day, reflect on this question: Where are you seeking God's guidance but planning to do what you want anyway?

Conclusion
Thank you for joining me today. God opposes the proud but lifts up the humble. His care surrounds those who trust Him. Seek His guidance genuinely and follow it courageously. Until tomorrow, may you rest in His faithful care.