Character Defect Self-importance
Have you ever tried to put together a toy or a piece of furniture which came with detailed instructions which you ignored, and then near the end found an important piece that needed to go in place at the beginning for the whole thing to fit together? Life is like that when we consider our ideas and ways of doing things are more important than God’s.
The counsel of the Lord stands forever, The plans of His heart to all generations. (Psalm 33:11 NKJV)
In our addictive lifestyle, some of us considered ourselves so important that we thought the world revolved around us. When faced with a situation that involved others, we believed our rights mattered more than their rights. At times, the most vulnerable members in our family suffered because we disregarded their personal rights and lied to them or stole from them.
God has given me a special gift, and that is why I have something to say to each one of you. Don’t think that you are better than you really are. You must see yourself just as you are. Decide what you are by the faith God has given each of us. (Romans 12:3 ERV)
So be content with who you are, and don’t put on airs. God’s strong hand is on you; he’ll promote you at the right time. Live carefree before God; he is most careful with you. (1 Peter 5:6-7 MSG)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Forgive me for thinking too highly of myself and for being a lover of pleasure rather than a lover of God. Help me to follow You in all my ways and to consider others as better than myself. Amen
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