Category Archives: Narcissism

People who want to feel important

Posted on May 8, 2013 by

“Half the harm that is done in this world is due to people who want to feel important. They don’t mean to do harm, but the harm does not interest them … or they do not see it, or they … Continue reading →

Posted in Leadership, Life of a pastor, Narcissism, Self esteem, Self love, Self-deception, Selfishness, Servanthood | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

A generation of deluded narcissists

Posted on January 10, 2013 by

Are we raising a generation of deluded narcissists? This question is being raised in view of a study showing that, “college students are more likely than ever to call themselves gifted and driven to succeed, even though their test scores and … Continue reading →

Posted in Anthropology, Attitude, Christian worldview, Gospel, Gospel-centered, Grace, Gratitude, Greatness, Humility, Narcissism, Narrative, Parenting, Parenting teens | 1 Comment

Watch your tone

Posted on November 28, 2012 by

Some tones of voice are destructive to good relationships. 12 destructive tones Condescending Bossy Angry Snobby Frustrated Impatient Defensive Moody Distant Disrespectful Dark Whining One of the best ways to change our communication is to replace destructive tones with constructive … Continue reading →

Posted in Communication, Complaining, Conceit, Confession, Conflict, Contentment, Cynicism, Marriage, Narcissism, Parenting teens, Pride, Questioning God, Relationships, Speech | 3 Comments

A gospel-postured self-image

Posted on November 9, 2012 by

What can we learn about self-esteem from these people? Or, What does a godly disposition or perspective look like? Moses (Exodus 3:11, 4:10-11) Gideon (Judges 6:15) David (I Chronicles 29:13-16) Isaiah (Isaiah 6:5) Amos (Amos 7:14-15) Job (Job 42:6) Nebuchadnezzar (Daniel 4:28-37) … Continue reading →

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The Greatest Way to Live

Posted on April 2, 2012 by

If you don’t like the life you’re living, allow me to point you to “the most excellent way” (I Corinthians 12:31). If you want to leave mediocrity and complacency behind to pursue a transformed life, faith and hope are important … Continue reading →

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Don’t raise a narcissist (for parents)

Posted on March 29, 2012 by

Do you know the 9 symptoms associated with narcissistic personality disorder?  Psychiatrists caution against assigning personality disorders to people until at least 18 years of age. I understand the reasons for this but (without using the labels), it can be … Continue reading →

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