Being ‘Other’-Oriented is Not Just for Christmas!

  [207 words] A common reference people use when referring to our society today is “the ME generation.” The accusation refers to the perceived attitude of selfishness portrayed by many in modern-day America. Is this harsh judgement fair? I certainly think so! All one must do is to engage in some minor investigation into the reasons for the countless broken relationships all around us to see the deep levels of selfishness so many have fallen into. Many people truly are willing to sacrifice absolutely NOTHING to save their marriages or families. They want everything the way THEY want it, and if it isn’t going to be, they will simply “move on” to “bigger and better,” regardless of who it hurts. Jesus longed for people to see something better. “…whoever wishes to be first among you shall be your slave” (Matthew 20:27). You see, Jesus knew that “first-rate living” doesn’t come through…