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I enjoyed this book because it not only reminded me that I am proud and embracing that truth alone engenders humility, but because CJ Mahaney keeps pointing back to the hope we have in Christ. He has already set us free from our slavery to all sin, but even in our ongoing battle with sin-- even with MY ongoing battle with pride-- there is hope in Christ's power to keep transforming my sinful heart. I really appreciated the long list of practical ways to weaken the sin of pride like meditating on the sacrifice Jesus made on the cross for me. Also the suggested mental disciplines at the beginning and end of the day are helpful and practical to remind me of my dependence on Him, and God's sovereign power over everything I face. Of course most of this is obvious, yet I needed the convicting reminder because of my blindness to my own sin and the distracted nature of my heart. One final thing that I am really trying to take to heart is that God intends for us to kill the sin of pride in the context of community. I know that must start with me in my small group this week, enlisting the help of other believers in my struggle, if I want to help build a culture of humility in my own church.