A. This chapter is a profound lesson against pride. v. 37.
B. These are the words of a pagan king which the Holy Spirit chose to include in the Scriptural
record.
1.
That Nebuchadnezzars' words are recorded as part of Scripture here (and good words they
are!) is one thing, but to be adamant that he was a child of God is entirely another. Balaam,
the false prophet, likewise spoke great swelling words concerning God which were
recorded for our comfort, patience and admonition (NUM 23-24). But, for such as him are
reserved the mists of darkness forever. 2PE 2:15-18.
2.