Unselfishness
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· 4 viewsPutting the concerns and interests of others before one’s own. Jesus Christ was the supreme example of this and believers should follow his example, denying themselves in order to serve others.
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The supreme example of selflessness is that of Jesus Christ himself
The supreme example of selflessness is that of Jesus Christ himself
In his life and work
In his life and work
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In his dying for others
In his dying for others
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Unselfishness is a result of a relationship with Jesus Christ
Unselfishness is a result of a relationship with Jesus Christ
Christian discipleship begins with a denial of self-interest
Christian discipleship begins with a denial of self-interest
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It springs from an experience of life with Jesus Christ
It springs from an experience of life with Jesus Christ
For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. If I am to go on living in the body, this will mean fruitful labor for me. Yet what shall I choose? I do not know! I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far; but it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body.
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It is inspired by the example of Jesus Christ
It is inspired by the example of Jesus Christ
not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus:
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It is the result of the Spirit’s work in the believer
It is the result of the Spirit’s work in the believer
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit. Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying each other.
Putting others first is fundamental in Christian behaviour
Putting others first is fundamental in Christian behaviour
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Unselfishness involves a proper attitude to one’s own self-importance
Unselfishness involves a proper attitude to one’s own self-importance
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves,
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Unselfishness is expressed in Christian service
Unselfishness is expressed in Christian service
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Examples of unselfish behaviour
Examples of unselfish behaviour
Those who put others first
Those who put others first
Abraham; Moses; Ruth; Samuel; Nehemiah; a poor widow; a mother; a woman with a jar of perfume; John the Baptist; the first Christians; Priscilla and Aquila; the household of Stephanas; Timothy; Epaphroditus
Paul’s ministry was motivated by the interests of others
Paul’s ministry was motivated by the interests of others
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