I like this emphasis that you’ve brought out. It points back to the need to deal with our own pride and self-focusedness which in turn points to our need for Christ.

Thanks for your insights here! I think you could keep on going with this if you wanted to.

Good thoughts for the am hours there, Reon. It reminds me of C.S. Lewis’ Screwtape Letters - the Enemy has no better (or easier) weapon than distraction.

Welcome to the wonderful world of blogorrhea!