Self-righteousness hoards: pride that won’t bow, plans without God, grudges we replay, control we won’t let go, and wealth we keep for ourselves.

But to return to our first love is to return to true righteousness. It starts with submission and humility, and shows up in how we live - generous with what God gives, patient in trials, faithful in prayer.

He’s asking us today: will you lay it down and return to your first love? 1d