Becoming Something with Jonathan Pokluda Episode 337: How to Get Over Yourself
Sep 22, 2025
Pride and selfishness can silently sabotage our relationships with others and God. The hosts share personal stories and practical signs to help you identify pride in yourself. They offer actionable steps to uproot selfishness, like serving without recognition and confessing to both God and friends. Tips on noticing small prideful moments and embracing humbling experiences are shared as well. Ultimately, the discussion emphasizes living with intentional humility that points others to Christ.
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Pride Seeks To Be God
- Pride is the underlying desire to be God and the root of many sins.
- Recognizing pride reframes our motivations and points us back to dependence on God.
Embarrassment Is A Form Of Pride
- Embarrassment and craving the spotlight share the same root: self-focus.
- Whether you avoid attention or chase it, both show you're seeking human approval over God's.
Serve Where No One Sees
- Serve in ways that no one will notice to kill selfishness quickly.
- Choose sacrificial, unseen service rather than roles that bring credit.
