Pride impacts every Christian whether we want to acknowledge this fact or not. We like to trust in ourselves and what we can control so we can feel better about our lives. Pride is deceitful and likes to remain hidden, just below the surface so we don’t recognize or see the impact it has on the decisions we make daily. Pride sits there, in a false unassuming fashion or false humble way, feeding and encouraging our human nature to remain self-focused. The only way for us to see and understand the real impact that pride has is to examine and explore our lives for the presence of pride. Guess what, it’s there, right below the surface and if left unchecked will wreak havoc on our lives and our relationships with others.

Mike Phelps

Pastor, United Church of God

Michael Phelps and his wife Laura, and daughter Kelsey, attend the Ann Arbor, Detroit, and Flint Michigan congregations, where Michael serves as pastor.  Michael and Laura both grew up in the Church of God.  They attended Ambassador University in Big Sandy for two years (1994-96) then returned home to complete their Bachelor's Degrees.  Michael enjoys serving in the local congregations as well as with the pre-teen and teen camp programs.  He also enjoys spending time with his family, gardening, and running.