Herod's death shows us that:

1. Human pride seeks glory that only belongs to God. (vv. 20-23a)

2. Human pride ultimately leads to punishment and death. (v. 23)

3. Human pride can only be overcome with the life-giving message of Jesus. (v. 24)

Scripture references:

∙Acts 12:20-24

∙ Deuteronomy 5:9-10

∙Acts 14:11-15

∙Romans 1:21, 28

∙Luke 1:51

∙Matt. 9:4

∙Mark 7:20-22

∙Proverbs 16:5

∙Luke 13:5

∙Mark 9:47-48

∙Isaiah 43:7

∙Romans 2:4

∙James 4:6

∙Philippians 2:8

Questions for application:

1. In what ways do you tend to seek glory for yourself instead of giving glory to God?

2. How does pride distort your view of God, yourself, and others?

3. Have you received the good news of Jesus and surrendered yourself in total humility to Him? What does it look like for you to continue doing this daily?