This powerful message confronts one of our most persistent spiritual battles: pride and our resistance to being teachable. Drawing from Proverbs 16:18-19, we're reminded that pride goes before destruction and a haughty spirit before a fall. The sermon challenges us to examine whether we've adopted the unspoken rules that say 'I am always right' and 'if you think I'm wrong, see rule number one.' We're invited to consider how pride manifests in our lives—through our unwillingness to admit mistakes, our fear of being wrong, our defensiveness when challenged, and our reluctance to learn from anyone, regardless of their age or position. The message distinguishes beautifully between closed-hand truths (core doctrines like the Trinity, the authority of Scripture, and salvation through Christ) and open-hand matters (interpretations, preferences, and opinions that can shift as we grow). We're encouraged to develop mental flexibility on matters that aren't central to our faith, recognizing that changing our minds when presented with new information isn't weakness—it's wisdom. The passage from Proverbs 18:15 reminds us that even the wise continue seeking knowledge. This isn't about abandoning biblical truth; it's about humbly acknowledging we don't know everything and remaining teachable throughout our lives, learning from anyone God places in our path.