“Take care of self,” wrote Newton. This is the worst enemy we have to deal with—self-will—self-wisdom—self-righteousness—self-seeking—self-dependence—self-boasting. It is a large family. I cannot reckon up all the branches; but they are all nearly related to Satan—they are all a sworn enemy to our peace. If we lie low, the Lord will raise us up; but if we will be something, his Arm will surely pull us down.
