King Uzziah began ruling Judah when he was only sixteen years old. And it was told that "he did what was right in the sight of the LORD". And God made him prosper as long as he obeyed. With God's help, he successfully defeated the Philistines, the Arabians, and the Meunites. This king prospered and became strong and powerful, and his fame spread through the land. Uzziah, however, forgot where his prosperity came from, and pride settled in his heart. His heart was 'lifted up", and he transgressed against he LORD.
This ought to encourage the weak and remind them that in weakness, there is more grace. When one is weak, it is easier to have clear understanding of our frailty and God's power and sovereignty. When we are weakest, that's when God often reveals to us that we are nothing apart from Him. Knowing and understanding your own weakness paves the way for humility and trust in God. The weaker we are, the more we see and experience God's goodness and mercy. God has shown much goodness to those who have realize their nothingness and weakness before a great and awesome God.
This should also be a warning to the strong. Strength comes solely from God, but it often sets us on the road to pride. How many great men have been filled with pride because of their strength? David numbered his men and was punished for it.
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