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Alive With Christ
Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life
The Self-Centered Nature of Sin
Sin is characterized by a profound self-centeredness, where the human heart is described as being curved in on itself, relentlessly absorbed in its own concerns. This self-focus leads individuals to utilize everything, including God, merely to serve personal interests and enhance their own glory, comfort, and power. Each interaction and observation is filtered through a lens of self-interest, as the mind continuously analyzes situations for personal benefit. This intrinsic self-centeredness can manifest in two extremes: it may lead to cruelty, exemplified by tyrants and dictators who aggressively pursue their desires at the expense of others, or it can cultivate a false sense of morality where individuals uphold moral standards solely to gain self-benefit or recognition. Ultimately, the essence of sin is the relentless pursuit of self, prioritizing personal satisfaction above all else.
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