Self-interest, ugly as it may be, is actually a gift of God. It helps us make our way in this world. Having a healthy sense of self-worth—feeling significant—motivates us to reach toward God’s purpose for our life. It’s rooted in the fact that we truly are valuable.
God showed me this in an unusual way. Next door to us lived a child with Down Syndrome. He functioned at the level of a three-year-old, though he was much older. But his condition allowed him to speak freely from the heart—totally without pretense. Every time I saw this young man, he asked, “Do you love me?” Now we wouldn’t dare express ourselves like this, but isn’t this need at our very core? “Am I significant to you? Am I deserving of your love?” Self-interest—a gift of God? Yes! Because an inconsequential life is tough to bear, and one that is meaningless is practically a death sentence.
From Free from the Power of Sin: the Keys to Growing in God in Spite of Yourself
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We sometimes use the term “Staking Your Life” a bit lightheartedly, subtly conveying a sense of greater conviction over this or that. Other times, it’s deeper. Just what do you believe about the reason for your life? What drives you? Is your opinion of meaning based on your experience in this world—relationships, careers, wealth, ideals, feelings, or even superstitions? Where did I come from? Staking Your Life addresses these key questions and more. Short, easy to read and to the point, this book will help clarify God’s plan by bringing the true meaning of your life to light. It’s undeniable; you possess profound and marvelous purpose! |
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