1st Samuel 2:3 Talk no more so exceeding proudly; let not arrogancy come out of your mouth: for the Lord is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed.
This passage of scripture cautions us against the sin of indulging arrogance in any of its forms, various shades, and colors, for it usually precedes a serious fall, and should never ever be encouraged or practiced by the Christian. Furthermore, it is not even good for secular folk to cultivate this kind of attitude, for it exudes a very negative and haughty atmosphere that becomes more toxic, and difficult to bear with each additional manifestation. To be arrogant means to believe that we are better or wiser than others, and this in turn drives us to look down upon the less fortunate with disdain and contempt, whilst at the same time magnifying ourselves to the heavens.
This is indeed the sin that satan indulged in heaven, which ended in war, for wherever pride and arrogance are displayed and countenanced, divisions, alienation, and hatred are produced, which end either in a war of words or literal battle. Sad to say, this is the kind of environment we now find ourselves in, and as the sin of arrogance is indulged and exercised by a particular presidential candidate, others who may not have Christ formed within, are then moved to respond in like currency, so that name calling and mud slinging have now become the order of the day. This is exactly what the devil desires, for all of these manifestations are just reflections of his own character as an accuser, and thus we must be very careful not to respond to the baying of the wolves, in the same manner or spirit. Let's read:
Revelation 12:9 And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. 10 And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night.
It is therefore very important that as Christians we do not harbor the spirit of arrogance, for the Bible teaches us how to handle such attitudes in a Christlike manner. When Jesus was brought before the courts to answer the false charges that were leveled against Him, there were to be heard many voices speaking angrily at the same time, accusing Him of this or that, and even Herod, whose probation had already been closed, vaunted his authority, as if he had come into power of his own accord. But in and through all the furious back and forth, Jesus maintained a calm demeanor that baffled and only maddened His enemies, because He had refused to be drawn into any heated arguments, with those who harbored arrogance and pride as prominent characteristics in their persons. Let's read:
Luke 23:8 And when Herod saw Jesus".... "he hoped to have seen some miracle done by him. 9 Then he questioned with him in many words; but he answered him nothing. 10 And the chief priests and scribes stood and vehemently accused him. 11 And Herod with his men of war set him at nought, and mocked him, and arrayed him in a gorgeous robe, and sent him again to Pilate.
1st Peter 2:21 For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps: 22 Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth: 23 Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously.
As Christians we must be very careful in our interactions with those of an arrogant, proud, and haughty spirit, that we do not respond in like currency, for it takes two to make a quarrel, and if we keep silent by the grace and power of God, our enemies will soon run out of bullets, and the folly that was indulged will come to naught. Let us therefore behold Christ in His beauty of character, and in His perfection, and He will enable us by His Spirit, to rise above rebuffs, insult, scorn, and malice, for then the stark contrast in mannerisms and spirits will be made manifest, and God will be greatly honored and glorified in us.
We therefore end with a passage of scripture which encourages us to deal in the currency of heaven, and as we encounter different spirits and attitudes throughout the day, let the peace of God which passes all understanding, rule in our hearts, and God will keep us from falling for the bait of retaliation or revenge, in those who are haughty in their mannerisms and speech. Let's read:
Romans 12:14 Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not. 17 Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men. 18 If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men. 19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. 20 Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. 21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.
May God add His blessing to the study and practice of His word. "Good night" and God bless!