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So then, make it your top priority to live a life of peace with harmony in your relationships, eagerly seeking to strengthen and encourage one another. (Romans 14:19 TPT)
There are priorities, and there are top priorities. Prioritization is an essential aspect of being a person of significance and impact. If you do not prioritize your life, others will dictate it for you. It is crucial to establish your own priorities and not simply live to fulfil the expectations of others. Spending your days constantly reacting to demands for attention will not allow you to achieve a state of flow and productivity in the things that truly matter to you. You can get busy but not be fruitful.
To ensure that your priorities stay at the forefront of your mind, it is wise to write them down and place the list in a location where you will frequently see them. This will serve as a constant reminder of what is truly important to you, and help you stay on track towards achieving all that God has called you to.
In my opinion, your top priorities could be the following
a. Your relationship with the Lord
Having a strong and intimate relationship with the Lord should be the top priority in our lives. Jesus Christ set an example for us in this regard, as He constantly sought to deepen His relationship with God through prayer. Nearly Forty-five times, the gospels record that Jesus went to pray alone. This showcases the significance He placed on his spiritual connection with the Father.
Jesus made His relationship with the Father the top priority in His life, and it is imperative that we follow suit. By making our relationship with the Lord a top priority, we can learn to rely on Him in every aspect of our lives and ministries. Emulating Jesus's devotion to prayer and intimacy with God will bring us closer to Him and help us lead a life of purpose and fulfilment.
b. Your health
1 Corinthians 6:19 tells us, “Do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and you are not your own?”
Your overall quality of life plays a significant role in enabling you to fulfil the purpose and calling that God has for you. If your physical health is not in good condition, it can greatly affect your ability to move, experience life, and, ultimately, carry out the tasks that God has designated for you.
When one's health is compromised, it affects not only the individual but also those around them. Therefore, maintaining good health should be a top priority in our lives. Taking care of our bodies through exercise, proper nutrition, and seeking medical attention when necessary, is a responsible and proactive step towards ensuring that we are equipped to fulfil the plans and purposes that God has for us. By prioritizing our health, we can not only lead a fulfilling life but also positively impact the lives of those around us.
c. Your family
You get to pick and choose your friends, but you can't pick and choose your family. That's a saying that is so true! Spending time with your family members should also be one of your top priorities.
"You get to pick and choose your friends, but you can't pick and choose your family" is a saying that is so true. Family members, despite their flaws and differences, are an integral part of our lives, and we are bound to them by blood, history, and shared experiences.
It is crucial to make spending time with family members a top priority in our lives. Family provides us with a sense of belonging and security, and it is through our interactions with them that we learn about love, care, and support. Family members can also be our closest confidantes and can provide a source of comfort and solace in times of need. Furthermore, building strong relationships with family members can have a positive impact on our overall well-being and happiness.
While we may not always agree with or get along with all of our family members, it is important to acknowledge and value the role they play in our lives. I sincerely believe great things can happen when you get your priorities straight.
Scripture tells us one of our top priorities should be to live a life of peace with harmony in our relationships, eagerly seeking to strengthen and encourage one another.
Life is centred around relationships, and our social connections play a crucial role in shaping who we are and our experiences. As humans, we are inherently social beings, and it is almost impossible for us to achieve anything significant in life without the support and assistance of others. When I was a young boy, we used to sing a song in church “No man can live like an island.” We need people in our lives to help us succeed and to provide us with emotional support when we encounter challenges.
However, despite the importance of relationships in our lives, many good relationships have suffered shipwrecks because one person allowed pride and ego to ruin the bond. This can result in strained relationships and a lack of trust and mutual respect between individuals.
No one wants to be friends with someone who is constantly consumed by their own pride and ego, as this type of behaviour can be alienating and harmful to others. By focusing on humility and empathy, and treating others with kindness and respect, we can build strong, lasting relationships that will enrich our lives and bring us happiness and fulfilment.
Those who forgive faults foster love, but those who repeatedly recall them ruin relationships. (Proverbs 17:9 Voice)
Forgiveness is a crucial component of healthy relationships, and it is important to decide whether you are someone who readily forgives others or someone who holds onto past mistakes and brings them up repeatedly. Repeating the mistakes of others and constantly bringing up things that happened years or months ago can have a damaging impact on relationships, as it can create tension and foster resentment.
It is important to recognize that everyone makes mistakes and that it is a normal part of the human experience. Holding onto these mistakes and bringing them up repeatedly can prevent relationships from moving forward and can put a strain on them.
Today, make a conscious decision to leave the past in the past and focus on the present and the future. When there are new arguments, don’t add fuel to the fire by digging up past issues that happened long ago. This could mean you may have to let go of past mistakes and forgive your loved ones who have wronged you. The good news is this will help build stronger, healthier relationships.
It is a true maxim that marriages are made in heaven. But they are celebrated and live on earth. Unfortunately, they are also divorced on earth. According to official statistics, ego clashes are the prime reason for 70 per cent of divorces.
Now let's examine some of the effects of ego in relationships.
1. An Ego Provokes Arguments
The foundation of all arguments is rooted in ego. Children, for example, do not simply accept what they are told without challenge. Instead, they often respond with counterarguments driven by a desire to defend their own opinions and beliefs. This is a manifestation of ego in action.
The Bible states in Proverbs 13:10, "Pride only breeds quarrels." This highlights the dangers of ego, as it can lead to conflicts that can escalate into heated arguments. In many cases, these arguments are fueled by feelings of insult or offence, which further inflame the ego.
It is natural to disagree with others from time to time, and there is nothing inherently wrong with this. However, when disagreements turn into arguments, they can become dangerous. This is particularly true when arguments are driven by wounded egos, which can escalate the conflict and make resolution difficult.
The same principle applies at the national level. Wars are often fought as a result of an insult to a nation's pride, with each side unwilling to back down due to ego-driven concerns about national honour. This is a vivid illustration of how the ego can drive conflict, even on a global scale.
Over the years, as a Pastor, I have seen families break over trivial matters. Song of Solomon 2:15 says, "The little foxes are ruining our vineyard."
As a pastor, over the years, I have witnessed the damaging impact that trivial matters can have on families. These minor issues can cause significant rifts, leading to broken relationships and shattered families. This is why the Song of Solomon 2:15 refers to these petty matters as "little foxes that spoil the vineyard," metaphorically suggesting that they are small but dangerous creatures that can destroy the beauty of a vineyard.
In families, these trivial matters can escalate into arguments, leading to misunderstandings and hurt feelings. When this happens, the love, trust, and unity that once characterized the family can be lost, and it becomes difficult to repair the damage.
As a pastor, I have seen this scenario play out countless times, with families torn apart by seemingly minor issues such as disagreements over household chores, financial disagreements, or misunderstandings about parenting styles. These problems, however small they may seem, can grow and fester, causing deep wounds and resentment that are difficult to heal.
It is crucial that we remain vigilant in our hearts and guard against the influence of ego. Our relationships are a reflection of the love, peace, and joy of Christ within us, and it is essential that we maintain these qualities if we wish to enjoy fulfilling and meaningful relationships.
When we love someone, it is natural to want what is best for them. So, if you really love someone, then let the other person win. This means putting their needs and desires ahead of our own and being willing to let them have their way, even if it means sacrificing our own preferences or rights. This may sound contrary to the wisdom of the world, which often emphasizes self-interest and personal gain.
However, in God's Kingdom, the principles of selflessness and humility reign supreme. The Bible teaches us that the last shall be first and that the wisdom of this world is foolishness before God. (Matthew 20:16, 1 Corinthians 3:19). This means that, in our relationships, we must be willing to put others before ourselves and to put aside our own ego in order to cultivate peace, love, and joy.
2. An Ego Produces Misunderstanding
Lord Jesus said, "You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother's eye." (Matthew 7:5).
When our pride is hurt, it can have a profound impact on our emotional state and our ability to perceive and interpret the actions and words of others. When our pride is hurt, our ego becomes vulnerable, and our ears become less attuned to the words of others. This can lead to a distorted perception of reality, where we jump to conclusions and invent negative motivations or intentions in the words and actions of others.
As a result, we become suspicious and paranoid, even when someone is speaking the truth or expressing their honest thoughts. In such a state, our ability to reason and understand is diminished, and we are more susceptible to misunderstandings and misinterpretations. This can cause us to react in an unreasonable and irrational manner, which can further harm our relationships and open us up to satanic manipulation.
In such moments, it is essential that we take a step back, acknowledge the pain of our wounded pride, and seek to heal and restore our emotional state. By doing so, we can regain our perspective, avoid unnecessary conflicts, and resist the manipulation of satanic forces.
The Bible says in Genesis 37:9, "Then he (Joseph) dreamed still another dream and told it to his brothers, and said, "Look, I have dreamed another dream. And this time, the sun, the moon, and the eleven stars bowed down to me."
A star is a celebrity, an important personality. Joseph called his brothers stars, but their ears were closed because their egos were hurt.
They were concerned, "how can this young boy lead us"? The Bible says in Genesis 37:8, "And his brothers said to him, "Shall you indeed reign over us? Or shall you indeed have dominion over us?" So they hated him even more for his dreams and for his words." They couldn't imagine bowing to their younger brother, so they allowed the seed of ego to grow into misunderstanding and bitterness.
It is not uncommon for individuals or companies to have a strong sense of pride in their product and become confident in its superiority. However, this overconfidence can often lead to neglect of feedback from customers and a failure to adapt to their changing needs and preferences. This lack of attention to customer feedback is a major contributing factor to why businesses fall, even those that are established and successful.
The notion that a person's age determines their level of wisdom and, therefore, their ability to teach is misguided. As evidenced by Joseph, a young man who was able to impart his wisdom and knowledge to both his elder brothers and the Pharaoh of Egypt.
If you, as a business owner, can adopt the principle of listening, being open to feedback and continuously seeking to improve your product or service, the potential for growth is exponential. Listening to customers, adapting to their changing needs, and continuously improving can lead to a 10x increase in your business.
Dan Cathy, president and chief operating officer of Chick-fil-A, leads a business with 1,608 restaurants that had sales of more than $4 billion dollars last year in the US. They sell chicken and train employees to focus on values rooted in the Bible.
Rather than leading from his corporate office in Atlanta, Cathy chooses to spend the majority of his time travelling to the chain’s growing family of restaurants and interacting with Chick-fil-A’s team members listening. His actions stem from a belief that working in the field helps to listen and provide a clearer understanding of the needs of Chick-fil-A customers. Leading from the front line also enables him personally to convey his servant spirit to the chain’s 61,000-plus employees. If the principle of listening can work for this billionaire, then it will work for you as well.
3. An Ego Postpones Reconciliation
"He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy." (Proverbs 28:13).
Notice the person who finds mercy? This is the person who confesses and renounces (making sure that it does not happen again); such a person finds favour.
Have you ever noticed in your own lives or family members who don't talk to each other, who avoid going to weddings or events where the other one will be present? Many times they forget what the grudge is about - all they remember is that they have a grudge! This is ego. They are waiting for the other person to make a move for reconciliation, so the quarrel continues until they come to apologise.
It is a common phenomenon to come across individuals who admit their mistakes yet do not take steps towards reconciliation. This inaction is often a result of an inflated ego, as they are unwilling to admit their faults and apologize to those they have wronged. This can lead to strained relationships, as the hurt and anger caused by their actions fester without resolution.
This prideful behaviour is not limited to personal relationships, as it can also be seen within families. One may avoid weddings and other family events where a certain family member will be present, leading to a breakdown in communication and a lack of resolution. Many times the grudge continues even when the person is unable to recall the exact reason for the conflict.
I have seen people cry at the graves of their loved ones. How many divorces, how much court matters, how many family breakups could have been avoided if only someone had kept their ego under their boot and reconciled a little earlier?
I urge you don't be like such people. Tell the Lord I want you to touch my relationships. I want your healing power to touch my relationships.
In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: (Philippians 2:5 NIV)
What is the mindset of Christ?
5 Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, 6 who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, 7 but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. 8 And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself. (Philippians 2:5-8)
The mindset of Christ is the way of humility as opposed to ego-driven. When you adopt the mindset of Christ, you will see a change in your relationships.
Hezekiah Walker and The Love Fellowship Choir once sang a song; I Need You to Survive. Here is a part of the lyrics;
"I need you; you need me
We're all a part of God's body
Stand with me, agree with me
We're all a part of God's body
It is His will that every need be supplied
You are important to me; I need you to survive
You are important to me; I need you to survive."
Here is the link to the song:
We all need the next person to survive the storms of life. God has placed people around you for a purpose. He won’t come down physically to attend to you; that is why your families, friends, spouse, and colleagues are there. So, don’t allow pride and ego to disconnect you from them and from God’s ordained purpose for your life. You need them, and they need you, so make peace early.
There are priorities, and there are top priorities. Prioritization is an essential aspect of being a person of significance and impact. If you do not prioritize your life, others will dictate it for you. It is crucial to establish your own priorities and not simply live to fulfil the expectations of others. Spending your days constantly reacting to demands for attention will not allow you to achieve a state of flow and productivity in the things that truly matter to you. You can get busy but not be fruitful.
To ensure that your priorities stay at the forefront of your mind, it is wise to write them down and place the list in a location where you will frequently see them. This will serve as a constant reminder of what is truly important to you, and help you stay on track towards achieving all that God has called you to.
In my opinion, your top priorities could be the following
a. Your relationship with the Lord
Having a strong and intimate relationship with the Lord should be the top priority in our lives. Jesus Christ set an example for us in this regard, as He constantly sought to deepen His relationship with God through prayer. Nearly Forty-five times, the gospels record that Jesus went to pray alone. This showcases the significance He placed on his spiritual connection with the Father.
Jesus made His relationship with the Father the top priority in His life, and it is imperative that we follow suit. By making our relationship with the Lord a top priority, we can learn to rely on Him in every aspect of our lives and ministries. Emulating Jesus's devotion to prayer and intimacy with God will bring us closer to Him and help us lead a life of purpose and fulfilment.
b. Your health
1 Corinthians 6:19 tells us, “Do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and you are not your own?”
Your overall quality of life plays a significant role in enabling you to fulfil the purpose and calling that God has for you. If your physical health is not in good condition, it can greatly affect your ability to move, experience life, and, ultimately, carry out the tasks that God has designated for you.
When one's health is compromised, it affects not only the individual but also those around them. Therefore, maintaining good health should be a top priority in our lives. Taking care of our bodies through exercise, proper nutrition, and seeking medical attention when necessary, is a responsible and proactive step towards ensuring that we are equipped to fulfil the plans and purposes that God has for us. By prioritizing our health, we can not only lead a fulfilling life but also positively impact the lives of those around us.
c. Your family
You get to pick and choose your friends, but you can't pick and choose your family. That's a saying that is so true! Spending time with your family members should also be one of your top priorities.
"You get to pick and choose your friends, but you can't pick and choose your family" is a saying that is so true. Family members, despite their flaws and differences, are an integral part of our lives, and we are bound to them by blood, history, and shared experiences.
It is crucial to make spending time with family members a top priority in our lives. Family provides us with a sense of belonging and security, and it is through our interactions with them that we learn about love, care, and support. Family members can also be our closest confidantes and can provide a source of comfort and solace in times of need. Furthermore, building strong relationships with family members can have a positive impact on our overall well-being and happiness.
While we may not always agree with or get along with all of our family members, it is important to acknowledge and value the role they play in our lives. I sincerely believe great things can happen when you get your priorities straight.
Scripture tells us one of our top priorities should be to live a life of peace with harmony in our relationships, eagerly seeking to strengthen and encourage one another.
Life is centred around relationships, and our social connections play a crucial role in shaping who we are and our experiences. As humans, we are inherently social beings, and it is almost impossible for us to achieve anything significant in life without the support and assistance of others. When I was a young boy, we used to sing a song in church “No man can live like an island.” We need people in our lives to help us succeed and to provide us with emotional support when we encounter challenges.
However, despite the importance of relationships in our lives, many good relationships have suffered shipwrecks because one person allowed pride and ego to ruin the bond. This can result in strained relationships and a lack of trust and mutual respect between individuals.
No one wants to be friends with someone who is constantly consumed by their own pride and ego, as this type of behaviour can be alienating and harmful to others. By focusing on humility and empathy, and treating others with kindness and respect, we can build strong, lasting relationships that will enrich our lives and bring us happiness and fulfilment.
Those who forgive faults foster love, but those who repeatedly recall them ruin relationships. (Proverbs 17:9 Voice)
Forgiveness is a crucial component of healthy relationships, and it is important to decide whether you are someone who readily forgives others or someone who holds onto past mistakes and brings them up repeatedly. Repeating the mistakes of others and constantly bringing up things that happened years or months ago can have a damaging impact on relationships, as it can create tension and foster resentment.
It is important to recognize that everyone makes mistakes and that it is a normal part of the human experience. Holding onto these mistakes and bringing them up repeatedly can prevent relationships from moving forward and can put a strain on them.
Today, make a conscious decision to leave the past in the past and focus on the present and the future. When there are new arguments, don’t add fuel to the fire by digging up past issues that happened long ago. This could mean you may have to let go of past mistakes and forgive your loved ones who have wronged you. The good news is this will help build stronger, healthier relationships.
It is a true maxim that marriages are made in heaven. But they are celebrated and live on earth. Unfortunately, they are also divorced on earth. According to official statistics, ego clashes are the prime reason for 70 per cent of divorces.
Now let's examine some of the effects of ego in relationships.
1. An Ego Provokes Arguments
The foundation of all arguments is rooted in ego. Children, for example, do not simply accept what they are told without challenge. Instead, they often respond with counterarguments driven by a desire to defend their own opinions and beliefs. This is a manifestation of ego in action.
The Bible states in Proverbs 13:10, "Pride only breeds quarrels." This highlights the dangers of ego, as it can lead to conflicts that can escalate into heated arguments. In many cases, these arguments are fueled by feelings of insult or offence, which further inflame the ego.
It is natural to disagree with others from time to time, and there is nothing inherently wrong with this. However, when disagreements turn into arguments, they can become dangerous. This is particularly true when arguments are driven by wounded egos, which can escalate the conflict and make resolution difficult.
The same principle applies at the national level. Wars are often fought as a result of an insult to a nation's pride, with each side unwilling to back down due to ego-driven concerns about national honour. This is a vivid illustration of how the ego can drive conflict, even on a global scale.
Over the years, as a Pastor, I have seen families break over trivial matters. Song of Solomon 2:15 says, "The little foxes are ruining our vineyard."
As a pastor, over the years, I have witnessed the damaging impact that trivial matters can have on families. These minor issues can cause significant rifts, leading to broken relationships and shattered families. This is why the Song of Solomon 2:15 refers to these petty matters as "little foxes that spoil the vineyard," metaphorically suggesting that they are small but dangerous creatures that can destroy the beauty of a vineyard.
In families, these trivial matters can escalate into arguments, leading to misunderstandings and hurt feelings. When this happens, the love, trust, and unity that once characterized the family can be lost, and it becomes difficult to repair the damage.
As a pastor, I have seen this scenario play out countless times, with families torn apart by seemingly minor issues such as disagreements over household chores, financial disagreements, or misunderstandings about parenting styles. These problems, however small they may seem, can grow and fester, causing deep wounds and resentment that are difficult to heal.
It is crucial that we remain vigilant in our hearts and guard against the influence of ego. Our relationships are a reflection of the love, peace, and joy of Christ within us, and it is essential that we maintain these qualities if we wish to enjoy fulfilling and meaningful relationships.
When we love someone, it is natural to want what is best for them. So, if you really love someone, then let the other person win. This means putting their needs and desires ahead of our own and being willing to let them have their way, even if it means sacrificing our own preferences or rights. This may sound contrary to the wisdom of the world, which often emphasizes self-interest and personal gain.
However, in God's Kingdom, the principles of selflessness and humility reign supreme. The Bible teaches us that the last shall be first and that the wisdom of this world is foolishness before God. (Matthew 20:16, 1 Corinthians 3:19). This means that, in our relationships, we must be willing to put others before ourselves and to put aside our own ego in order to cultivate peace, love, and joy.
2. An Ego Produces Misunderstanding
Lord Jesus said, "You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother's eye." (Matthew 7:5).
When our pride is hurt, it can have a profound impact on our emotional state and our ability to perceive and interpret the actions and words of others. When our pride is hurt, our ego becomes vulnerable, and our ears become less attuned to the words of others. This can lead to a distorted perception of reality, where we jump to conclusions and invent negative motivations or intentions in the words and actions of others.
As a result, we become suspicious and paranoid, even when someone is speaking the truth or expressing their honest thoughts. In such a state, our ability to reason and understand is diminished, and we are more susceptible to misunderstandings and misinterpretations. This can cause us to react in an unreasonable and irrational manner, which can further harm our relationships and open us up to satanic manipulation.
In such moments, it is essential that we take a step back, acknowledge the pain of our wounded pride, and seek to heal and restore our emotional state. By doing so, we can regain our perspective, avoid unnecessary conflicts, and resist the manipulation of satanic forces.
The Bible says in Genesis 37:9, "Then he (Joseph) dreamed still another dream and told it to his brothers, and said, "Look, I have dreamed another dream. And this time, the sun, the moon, and the eleven stars bowed down to me."
A star is a celebrity, an important personality. Joseph called his brothers stars, but their ears were closed because their egos were hurt.
They were concerned, "how can this young boy lead us"? The Bible says in Genesis 37:8, "And his brothers said to him, "Shall you indeed reign over us? Or shall you indeed have dominion over us?" So they hated him even more for his dreams and for his words." They couldn't imagine bowing to their younger brother, so they allowed the seed of ego to grow into misunderstanding and bitterness.
It is not uncommon for individuals or companies to have a strong sense of pride in their product and become confident in its superiority. However, this overconfidence can often lead to neglect of feedback from customers and a failure to adapt to their changing needs and preferences. This lack of attention to customer feedback is a major contributing factor to why businesses fall, even those that are established and successful.
The notion that a person's age determines their level of wisdom and, therefore, their ability to teach is misguided. As evidenced by Joseph, a young man who was able to impart his wisdom and knowledge to both his elder brothers and the Pharaoh of Egypt.
If you, as a business owner, can adopt the principle of listening, being open to feedback and continuously seeking to improve your product or service, the potential for growth is exponential. Listening to customers, adapting to their changing needs, and continuously improving can lead to a 10x increase in your business.
Dan Cathy, president and chief operating officer of Chick-fil-A, leads a business with 1,608 restaurants that had sales of more than $4 billion dollars last year in the US. They sell chicken and train employees to focus on values rooted in the Bible.
Rather than leading from his corporate office in Atlanta, Cathy chooses to spend the majority of his time travelling to the chain’s growing family of restaurants and interacting with Chick-fil-A’s team members listening. His actions stem from a belief that working in the field helps to listen and provide a clearer understanding of the needs of Chick-fil-A customers. Leading from the front line also enables him personally to convey his servant spirit to the chain’s 61,000-plus employees. If the principle of listening can work for this billionaire, then it will work for you as well.
3. An Ego Postpones Reconciliation
"He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy." (Proverbs 28:13).
Notice the person who finds mercy? This is the person who confesses and renounces (making sure that it does not happen again); such a person finds favour.
Have you ever noticed in your own lives or family members who don't talk to each other, who avoid going to weddings or events where the other one will be present? Many times they forget what the grudge is about - all they remember is that they have a grudge! This is ego. They are waiting for the other person to make a move for reconciliation, so the quarrel continues until they come to apologise.
It is a common phenomenon to come across individuals who admit their mistakes yet do not take steps towards reconciliation. This inaction is often a result of an inflated ego, as they are unwilling to admit their faults and apologize to those they have wronged. This can lead to strained relationships, as the hurt and anger caused by their actions fester without resolution.
This prideful behaviour is not limited to personal relationships, as it can also be seen within families. One may avoid weddings and other family events where a certain family member will be present, leading to a breakdown in communication and a lack of resolution. Many times the grudge continues even when the person is unable to recall the exact reason for the conflict.
I have seen people cry at the graves of their loved ones. How many divorces, how much court matters, how many family breakups could have been avoided if only someone had kept their ego under their boot and reconciled a little earlier?
I urge you don't be like such people. Tell the Lord I want you to touch my relationships. I want your healing power to touch my relationships.
In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: (Philippians 2:5 NIV)
What is the mindset of Christ?
5 Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, 6 who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, 7 but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. 8 And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself. (Philippians 2:5-8)
The mindset of Christ is the way of humility as opposed to ego-driven. When you adopt the mindset of Christ, you will see a change in your relationships.
Hezekiah Walker and The Love Fellowship Choir once sang a song; I Need You to Survive. Here is a part of the lyrics;
"I need you; you need me
We're all a part of God's body
Stand with me, agree with me
We're all a part of God's body
It is His will that every need be supplied
You are important to me; I need you to survive
You are important to me; I need you to survive."
Here is the link to the song:
We all need the next person to survive the storms of life. God has placed people around you for a purpose. He won’t come down physically to attend to you; that is why your families, friends, spouse, and colleagues are there. So, don’t allow pride and ego to disconnect you from them and from God’s ordained purpose for your life. You need them, and they need you, so make peace early.
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