The problem of pride. (Pr. 16:18-19, 8:13)
Edom’s biggest downfall was their pride and arrogance.
What did Jesus say about pride? (Lk. 18:14)
What does scripture tell us to do with pride? (Phil. 2:3)
The problem of schadenfreude. (Ob. 1:12, Pr. 24:17-18)
Edom rejoiced at watching their brothers Israel suffer.
They shared in the spoils and victimization of the children of Israel.
Edom’s behavior was profoundly offensive to God.
How do you treat your enemies? (Amos 5:11-15, 21-24)
What did Jesus say about schadenfreude? (Lk 6:27,28)
What did Jesus do for us? (Col. 1:21-22)