Help for a critical attitude

One of the characteristics passed down from the fall is that of a sin nature. We are all born with self-focus, self-centeredness, a predisposition for making our self the center of our own little world. It is as natural as being hungry at supper time. It is also a very dangerous way to live and thus Jesus’s ministry focused much on what is referred to as “taking up our cross”, “crucifying the flesh” and following hard after Him.” As we mature and especially when we become caretakers, parents, supervisors, managers, owners etc., we expand our concern for others, but the carnal nature is still present, and the battle against being self-consumed continues, even in the lives of believers. So how do we gain victory over a critical spirit, a superior attitude, a self-inflicted mindset that we have it worse or better than everyone else, have more to do than anyone else, and are more
important than anyone else? Number one; live at the feet of Jesus, it’s hard to be self- consumed when we are being consumed by the Holy Spirit. Secondly, ask for wisdom to help see life from the perspective of others. Walk a mile in their shoes so to speak before analyzing and judging. This will help us focus on people’s needs, and see their strengths not their glaring weaknesses. Thirdly, remind ourselves that it’s the Lord’s church, His
ministry, and we get to be a part of it. Grateful and thankful people have little room and
less time for a critical spirit.
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