Episode Details

The story of how God used loss, disorientation, and a very exposed heart to confront the idol of pride and invite me back to dependence, softness, and servant-hearted leadership.

Episode Highlights

• Personal wins that fed pride and hid disconnection.
• The move that shook my security and exposed my heart.
• The painful “falls” God has used in my life to strip away self-reliance, soften a hard heart, and rebuild empathy for other people.
• What it looks like when pride leads to judgment—seeing others as projects or problems instead of people to love and serve.
• How seasons of grief, weakness, and rock bottom became the very places God gave me a new heart and a different posture in business.
• Leading with love in business without rejecting excellence. 

Full Episode Details: https://www.clearauthenticbrands.com/podcast/ep26-the-idol-of-pride-when-accomplishments-harden-our-heart

Scriptures Referenced

• Ezekiel 36:26 – God removing a heart of stone and giving a heart of flesh.
• Proverbs 16:18 – Pride comes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.
• Matthew 22:37–39 – The greatest commandments: loving God and loving your neighbor.
• John 13:1–17 – Jesus washing the disciples’ feet and modeling servant leadership.
• John 15:1–8 – Abiding in the vine and bearing fruit through Him.
• Galatians 5:22–23 – The fruit of the Spirit.

Resources & Links

• ClearAuthenticBrands.com

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