Love... Is Not Self-Seeking

Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.

Philippians 2:3-4 (ESV)

Me-Me-Me is a modern-day theme song, and Satan (the songwriter) is cheering its overwhelming popularity– with countless spinoffs and variations.

Once upon a time in America, our “Me-Me-Me” used to be “We-We-We”: a statement of political freedom. Thomas Jefferson penned this grand anthem:

“We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.”

It's a grand vision– where we can pursue our national and personal hopes.

But unless we’re pursuing happiness through God, lasting happiness can’t be found. We may think we've caught it with a cool drink, great date, new car, dream job, or lovely home. YET… sooner or later, the thrill is gone:(

Bottom line:

Self-seeking and self-indulgence STUNT love. Each selfish act is a drop of poison, weakening hearts and killing happiness. “Want” is the debilitating outcome.

Top line:

God-seeking and self-discipline GROW love. Each selfless act is a fragrance of Christ, helping many hearts, including our own. Joy is the value-added benefit.

Actors, models, and talent for Christ:

The multiplication of your talents to glorify Jesus in media… IS selfless– no matter what “church folks” say.

Love… Is NOT Self-Seeking (Part 16)

NOTE: God is my Ghostwriter. If what I write is good, it’s from God! We’re all called to be actors (action stars) for Jesus. We’re all called to models of Jesus, and we all have gifts, talents, and a commission to multiply them in the world for His glory.

P.S. NO DEVOTION, PREACHER, or SERMON… can begin to replace personal time in the Bible. I wholeheartedly and clear-headedly recommend DAILY BIBLE READING.

WARNING: Don’t focus on your favorite verses, because taken out of context, they’re often misinterpreted. I plead with you to READ AT LEAST 1 BIBLE CHAPTER DAILY. How long does it take? An average of 5 to 10 minutes!