Pitfalls of Research

1 Chronicles 21:1-3 – Gathering data for prideful, sinful purposes.
Watch out for people who seek their own glory!

Numbers 13:24 – 14:5 – Misinterpreting or misusing the data.
Do not forget faith; without it, it is impossible to please God!

Joshua 7:1-5 – Over-reliance on data; failure to pray and consult the Lord.
Information is not a substitute for holiness, integrity and prayer!

Joshua 9:6-18 – Making decisions with incomplete data.
Research is Spiritual Warfare The enemy will try to deceive!

1 Corinthians 8:1 - "knowledge puffs up"
The researcher is in danger of becoming prideful and arrogant because of what he "knows"!