James 4:6-10

Do not be guilty of worldliness-- James 4:6-10: James said, "God resisteth the proud." Pride is the great hindrance to righteousness. Pride leads the list of the seven things God hates. (Proverbs 6:16-19) It led to Satan's fall and has destroyed many humans as well. Our pride puts us at enmity with God Himself.

Christians must forsake the friendship of the world, and in humility of heart submit to God. If we will yield to God in everything, and yield to the Devil in nothing he will flee from us.

We are taught plainly how to act toward God, in order to become submissive to His will. Christians must: (1) Draw nigh to God, draw nigh in worship and daily service, (2) Cleanse your hands, cleanse your hands means exactly the same as "purify your hearts," (3) Be afflicted, and mourn, and weep; mourn and weep for your own sins and the sins of others, and (4) Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, God will draw nigh to those that draw nigh to Him. As we draw nigh to God in doing our duty, He draws nigh to us in showing mercy!