SCRIPTURE
2 Chronicles 26:16-18 (The Message)
But then the strength and success went to his head. Arrogant and proud, he fell. One day, contemptuous of GOD, he walked into The Temple of GOD like he owned it and took over, burning incense on the Incense Altar. The priest Azariah, backed up by eighty brave priests of GOD, tried to prevent him. They confronted Uzziah: "You must not, you cannot do this, Uzziah—only the Aaronite priests, especially consecrated for the work, are permitted to burn incense. Get out of God's Temple; you are unfaithful and a disgrace!"

OBSERVATION
When we are given power or wealth, our pride can lead to corruption and we look down on others, even God.

APPLICATION
We need to realize everything we have has been given from God for His glory.

PRAYER
Lord Help me to realize that everything I have comes from you and that you have all the authority. May I always be grateful for what you have given me and may I use it in a way that is pleasing to you.

Val Cooper
Choir Member (Alto)