“Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind regard one another as more important than yourselves; do not merely look out for your own interests, but also for the interests of others.” (Phil. 2:3-3, NASB)

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Selfishness or empty conceit is the mortal enemies of unity and harmony in the church. While humility is the source of Christian unity. This is the mind-set of the person who is not conceited but who has a right attitude toward himself.

To regard one another as more important than ourselves means that Christian love sees others as worthy of preferential treatment. Christians are not to be concerned solely with with their own spiritual progress, for this can lead to self-centeredness and pride.

We must learn to look for and admire the good in others!

References:

MySword for Android. Riversoft Ministry, 2011-219.

Olive Tree Bible Software. olivetree.com.

Zondervan NASB Study Bible. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Zondervan, 1999.

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