MAY 15, Proverbs 11:2

John was always winning prizes in art competitions. Once, he won the top prize when he drew a picture of an exciting dragon boat race. He was very happy when his name was announced at the morning assembly; the principal congratulated him as everyone clapped.

As days went by, his friends became disappointed with him. Pride has gone into John’s head! Whenever the teacher praised someone else’s artwork, he would say, “It’s not that good” or, “He coloured the sea with the wrong colours. Mine is better!” He was proud. He was selfish. He kept praising himself.

In the next On-the-Spot art competition, John did not win any prize. Oh, how sad he was! He was sure he would win. With no victory, John became ashamed of himself.

Dear child, remember that God loves the humble and lowly. Everything that the talents and abilities that we have, come from God. As He gave, He can also take away.

In the box below, write the boastful words that the proud boy said.

Thought: It is disgraceful to boast.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, may I walk humbly with Thee. I remember that Jesus, the Son of God in Heaven, came down to earth to live as man, and I thank Thee for it! In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.