The danger of losing sense of proportion as to one’s self-importance increases the risk of failure to properly grasp the values and relationships of divine beings. [1] When self-concepts fully displace Adjuster governance, death becomes inescapable for mortal man's spirit nucleus. [2] Taking yourself too seriously exhausts immature creatures, not the effort to achieve meaningful work. [3]
Believe in the gospel of the kingdom, accept divine forgiveness, and clothe yourself with the robe of divine righteousness, removing the filthy rags of self-righteousness. [4] One should seek to declare the words of the Father, not speak for oneself, in order to seek the glory of him who sent them. [5] In the spiritual realm, all service is sacred and exhilarating, with higher spiritual orders respecting lower beings as equals. [6] Humor helps avoid overdeveloped notions of self-importance, providing a divine antidote for ego exaltation. [7]
Lucifer and Caligastia’s feelings of self-importance blinded them to loving warnings and patient instruction, causing them to misconstrue attempts to help as unwarranted criticism and interference with personal liberties. [8]
Parental overloving injuriously exalts child’s sense of self-importance, but wise parents like yours ensure their children grow up with laudable self-confidence and normal feelings of security. [9]
Pharisees filled with self-righteousness strive for outward appearances, but neglect the purification of their inner souls and reject the revelation of truth. [10]
True liberty, born of genuine self-respect, leads to altruistic service, while false liberty, stemming from self-admiration, results in the exploitation of others for selfish gain. [11]
The fallen and deposed Sovereign of Satania, Lucifer, learned that self-contemplation is most disastrous, even to exalted personalities in the celestial world, as his heart was lifted up because of his beauty, leading to corruption of wisdom and ultimate downfall. [12] Self-exaltation leads to being humbled, while humbling oneself leads to true exaltation before God. [13] True self-respect is inextricably linked to love and service for others, not to self-admiration. [14] Spiritual greatness is attained through understanding love, not self-exaltation, for true greatness lies in serving others with humility. [15] The first shall be last, and those who are last will many times be first in the kingdom of God. [16] Trials of life must first prepare the self-satisfied before they can seek the wisdom of salvation. [17] Focus on the importance of work and let go of self-importance to achieve success and avoid burdens. [18]
Judas developed exaggerated ideas of his self-importance due to being pampered and spoiled as a child. [19] Despite the disdain from Caiaphas, Judas remained focused on his heart set on self-exaltation, asking for something in return for his service. [20] Judas, resentful his abilities unrecognized, plotted to secure honor for himself and get even with Peter, James, and John by betraying Jesus. [21]