The Problem of Selfishness Introduction. The Christian should not practice selfishness. A. We are to look out for the interests of others (Philippians 2:1-4). B. It is worldly (James 3:15-18). C. It can lead to condemnation (Rom 2:5-10). What are some ways we can be selfish?

I. Regularly Think About Other People. A. Epaphroditus was distressed out of concern for the Philippians (Phil 2:25-29). B. Paul considered the Romans’ spiritual condition (Romans 1:9-12). C. Who have I thought about today? Ways To Avoid Selfishness

II. Regularly Pray About Other People. A. Paul prayed for the brethren (Phil 1:3-7). B. Who have I prayed for today? Ways To Avoid Selfishness

III. Be Willing to Yield to Other People’s Wishes. A. This is Practicing Heavenly Wisdom (James 3:17). B. When was the last time I let someone else have their way? Ways To Avoid Selfishness

IV. Don’t Make Other People’s Lives Harder. A. We should give preference to one another (Romans 12:9,10). B. How have I made someone else’s life harder? Ways To Avoid Selfishness

V. Don’t Be Too Absorbed in Your Own Life. A. It is better to keep busy with “joys of the heart” (Ecc. 5:18-20). B. Do I “dwell unduly” on the days of my life? Ways To Avoid Selfishness

VI. Look For Ways to Serve Others. A. We should bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2). B. Whose burden have I carried lately? Ways To Avoid Selfishness

VII. Follow the Example of Jesus. A. Jesus left heaven for us (Phil 2:5-8). B. How can I follow Jesus’ example of selflessness better today? Ways To Avoid Selfishness