The pervasiveness of narcissism has not only integrated our culture but also the church. The lie we are predominantly dealing with is that God exists for my glory – He is most concerned about my health, my fulfillment, my family and my work. In fact, one of the prevailing attitudes today is that God is in the business of making “me” happy. God opposes those who make such lies their truth. Jesus used His most forceful language against these types of religious leaders. It is imperative that our imaginations be captivated by something other than self.

Scripture References

2 Timothy 3:1-5
1 Peter 1:17-25
Luke 11:34-35

Things To Remember in Order to Think of Ourselves Less

1. Remember that our Father is the Judge. We should live in reverential fear. By doing so, we are saying that we are not in the center of what is going on.
2. Remember that the Judge is the one who has redeemed us from an empty life. The extravagant price paid was the precious blood of Christ, His Son.
3. We have to remember the depth of His resolve. Everything was settled before the world was even made. This is a weight the Son carried from eternity past, and for your sake, it was revealed.
4. Remember that God raised Christ from the dead so you can have a place to put your faith and hope. God raised him for us so we wouldn’t have to taste death.
5. Remember to live a life of sincere, fervent love. We are free to love one another because we know we can’t lose, because we have been born of an imperishable seed.