Let's Look Closely at Ourselves

As I've been praying for our country I've been reflecting on a couple sins.  Not glamorous glitzy ones, but two that are probably the root of many of our problems: pride and selfishness.  These twins are responsible for so much of what is wrong in our country, our community, our church and our lives.  It is because of these that battles are fought and people are killed.  They probably keep the Republicans and Democrats from making good decisions together.  They are often responsible for marriages that fail, children who leave, and relationships that are ruined.  They cause conflict within and outside of us- and unfortunately the most mature of us can become prey to their evil.

So, I'm wondering what would happen if we looked within ourselves this week to think how guilty we are of pride or selfishness.  If we find ourselves angry, or hurt, or withdrawn or unconcerned; it could really be because we won't admit our own desire to be right or at least appear more righteous than someone else.

That confession is good preparation for Hebrews 5 and 6 this Sunday- so please take a look at yourself, honestly, introspectively, and ask if you might be more concerned about yourself and your needs than Jesus and His will.

Lord willing, I'll see you Sunday.

Brent


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