Church Narcissists

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A Narcissist is a person with an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves. Narcissists are selfish and have a sense of entitlement. They lack empathy, seek attention, and are self-centered.  
​Examples of Narcissists should be limited to very young babies... But today they are also found in politicians, Hollywood celebrities, and entitled pro athletes. They live a self-adoration existence prone to share their 'gold nuggets of wisdom' with us 'common folk'.  How else could we carry on?

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​But Sadly... narcissism also can be found in today's Church. Too many preach/tweak God's Word for the itching ears of those who prioritize entertainment over seeking God.
Church Narcissism can be found in messages like... 1. God loves you just the way you are.  2. You are enough, 3. the prosperity gospel, and 4. become a better you. Prosperity and comfort take precedence over loving God with all your heart, and others as yourself. God's two greatest commandments Matthew 6:5-15

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But Also... I observe church narcissism that is fueled by our insecurities. Our busy anxious minds can obsess over hurt feelings as our eyes are fixed on ourselves. These are self-preservation fears that can drive us inward as much as any of the above ego-motivated narcissism.

note: Of course, Christian Narcissism is an oxymoron of Biblical proportions.  Narcissism is self-serving while True Christianity serves God and others. 

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In a recent Bible study with friends, we read The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer .. and in this short book, Tozer prescribes the cure for Narcissism. 

• God pursues us, so pursue God Matthew 18:11-13
• Daily, Read & Study God's Word (His Truth) Psalm 119:11-18
• Daily, be Quiet and Prayerful  Psalm 46:10, Matthew 6:5-6
• Daily, Confess our sins and receive His Grace. 1 John 1:9
• Daily, love God, and others as ourselves... Matthew 22:36-40​

​Together let's pursue His Truth and serve with His church in this world as the Body of Christ.  We are one body with many parts (denominations, giftedness, talents) all designed (narcissism free) for the Glory of God.

Blessings

Jeff (one body, many aches) Larson

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