JULY 23
When he was strong, his heart was lifted up to his destruction.
King Uzziah had great pride. He had so much of it that he thought he was now good enough to burn incense on the altar - a task reserved exclusively for the priests. The priest warned him, but Uzziah became very angry and God struck him down with leprosy - a disease he had until his death. Watch out for pride, young person. God hates it - especially spiritual pride.