Is Self-Love Biblical?
The Lie of Self-First: What Jesus Really Taught About Loving YourselfDiscover the truth about what Jesus actually taught regarding self-love and caring for others. In a culture that constantly tells us to put ourselves first, many Christians have adopted the phrase ‘you must love yourself before you can love others.’ But is this biblical wisdom or worldly influence?This message examines what Scripture really says about self-love, self-care, and our relationships with others. Learn how Jesus never actually commanded us to love ourselves first – He assumed we already do that naturally! Instead, He called us to deny ourselves, take up our cross daily, and follow Him.Key points explored:• The contrast between cultural self-focus and biblical self-denial• What Jesus meant by ‘love your neighbor as yourself’• How Paul instructed believers to ‘value others above yourselves’• The daily practice of dying to self• Finding true fulfillment through surrender rather than self-prioritizationPerfect for anyone struggling with balancing self-care and Christian service, feeling torn between cultural messages and biblical teaching, or wanting to understand Jesus’ radical call to discipleship more deeply.Biblical references include Matthew 16, Mark 12, Philippians 2, Galatians 2:20, and 2 Timothy 3, providing a comprehensive look at what Scripture teaches about our relationship with ourselves and others.Keywords: Christian discipleship, self-denial, loving others, biblical self-care, dying to self, Christian living, Jesus’ teachings, selflessness, Christian priorities, spiritual growth, biblical love, Christian relationships, following Jesus, Christian sacrifice, spiritual transformation