Build Self-Esteem Not Conceit

Ever been around someone who is =
conceited?  Someone who has an overly exaggerated sense of themselves?=
  A person who brags about their actions and accomplishments and regul=
arly drops names of people of note they know?   Ever sat on a chu=
rch committee or worked along side someone like that?  Paul is not&nbs=
p; speaking against healthy self-esteem here.  He is referring to the =
individual who would have a hard time with our verses this morning.  L=
iving in harmony with each other requires a sense of humility and character=
that puts your neighbor’s concerns above your own.  When we pray for =
others, or help one another  or just be present (v. 15), we find spiri=
tual fulfillment for our lives that strengthens our self-esteem.  In o=
ther words, you can love yourself, but not worship yourself (!)