It was the first malady ever to be introduced into the universe, and the last that will be rooted out. This grave disease is no respecter of persons. It has afflicted paupers & princes, priests & prophets, and even holy angels. The dreadful condition is best known as PRIDE or self-conceit. Often, this spiritual cancer begins with a seemingly harmless feeling that we’re unappreciated, neglected, or despised. It spreads when we believe our ideas, experiences, or ways are superior to all others, or that some tasks are “beneath us.” The condition is critical when we always look down on others to the point of not caring about them. It becomes terminal when we stubbornly refuse to accept our faults or receive instruction or correction, or cherish the spirit of envy, unforgiveness, or hate. The cancer of the soul is deadly! To deny you have it is to be incurable (Proverbs 16:5, 18).—Samuel Koranteng-Pipim
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SAMUEL KORANTENG-PIPIM,PH.D. , is a US-based Ghanaian author, inspirational speaker, leadership trainer, and an advocate for youth empowerment. He was trained in engineering and systematic theology, and has authored more than twenty books. They include his bestselling works Hope Through the Dark, Six More Chances, Healed Wounds but Ugly Scars, and Patience in the Midst of Trials and Afflictions. Dr. Pipim currently directs two Centers for Leadership Development known as EAGLES (Empowerment & Advisory Group for Leadership, Excellence, & Service) and ANANSE (African Network & Advisory for Needed Services & Excellence). www.EAGLESonline.org. He also serves as a special consultant on Bible projects for Remnant Publications. 