Introduction

  • Romans 2:5-8
  • Doesn’t all willful sin come from selfishness?

Do I look down on others?

  • Luke 18:9-14 – The selfishness and condescension of the Pharisee.
  • When we fail to admit our own faults, we fall into selfishness.
  • Matthew 7:3 – Fix yourself first!

Do I think revenge is sweet?

  • Romans 12:17-21
  • II Timothy 2:22-26 – We should be patient when wronged.

Do I think more about helping others or how they can help me?

  • Mark 9:30-35 – To be great, serve others!
  • Mark 10:32-37 – How could James and John be so selfish?
  • Mark 10:43-45
  • Let us discover the joy of serving others!

Do I neglect God?

  • I Kings 12:26-30
  • Hebrews 10:25, 23-24 – People were neglecting service to God.

Conclusion

  • Romans 2:9-11 – God will judge our deeds.