7 Bible Verses about Drawbacks To Man's Power

The Lord says, "Wise people should not boast that they are wise. Powerful people should not boast that they are powerful. Rich people should not boast that they are rich.

For the land is full of people unfaithful to him. They live wicked lives and they misuse their power. So the land is dried up because it is under his curse. The pastures in the wilderness are withered.

The beauty of Israel lies slain on your high places! How the mighty have fallen!

How the warriors have fallen in the midst of battle! Jonathan lies slain on your high places!

How the warriors have fallen! The weapons of war are destroyed!

Nations will see this and be disappointed by all their strength, they will put their hands over their mouths, and act as if they were deaf.

But I will come to you soon, if the Lord is willing, and I will find out not only the talk of these arrogant people, but also their power.