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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 self-gratification, but rather through service. We see a little of this at Christmas, where people long for the satisfaction of giving. If only the multitudes would realize, that the “giving feeling” doesn’t have to be seasonal, for real satisfaction can be felt ALL YEAR, if one will just be a servant!
Kerry Williams
Valley View church of Christ
Jonesboro, AR