Philippians 2:3
Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself.
Modern counselors seem to spend an inordinate amount of time trying to assist their clients in finding self esteem. These counselors feel that when one thinks well about himself then all of their other problems will be resolved. That is the human view of being well adjusted. The problem is that it seldom has the desired effect . . . usually it is just the opposite.
In reading through the Word of God, I discover that God is not interested in how wonderful we think we are. As a matter of fact the more time we spend trying to improve our own self image, the more sessions with the counselor are required.
The answer is for us to see things as God sees them. Our view of what amounts to good and noble is different than the way the Lord views them. We think we will achieve status and acclaim by being better than everybody else. God sees things differently.
God is far more concerned about us giving freely of ourselves to others. It is not the praise that we receive, but the service to others that we perform that He delights in observing. My personal desire is to give freely of all that I am to each and every person I meet. I certainly am not there yet, but it is my goal.
Blessings dear hearts. Draw near to God today, trust Him completely and be a blessing!
—Pastor Cecil