The First Will Be Last: A Biblical Perspective On Narcissism

Discover the Bible's ancient wisdom on these challenging people - who they are, how they got that way, how to deal with them, and God's final word on it all.

If you're checking out this book, there is a good chance you - or someone you care about - have experienced some of the more damaging consequences of genuine narcissism. Maybe you didn't realize you were dealing with a narcissist at first, but the pain and damage caused by this selfish, arrogant, condescending, and domineering person might have driven you to search for answers about what was going on, and how to deal with them. As you searched online or in books, you collected the conventional wisdom available, but feel there is still more to it.

While the Bible does not use the exact term "narcissism" - a word from Greek mythology - it most certainly speaks to the subject. In fact, if you look carefully, you might be surprised at just how much and how directly Scripture speaks about narcissism and narcissistic people.

The First Will Be Last: A Biblical Perspective on Narcissism is just what the title says - an A-Z look at the Biblical perspective on these toxic people; including who they are, how they got that way, and how to deal with them. From key words to Biblical case studies, it will unlock a new perspective and provide a framework in your search for truth.

CONTENTS

LET'S BEGINHow to Read this BookWHO SHOULD I LISTEN TO?The Range of PerspectivesThe Secular Perspective on NarcissismThere's Another OptionTHE BIBLICAL PROFILE OF A NARCISSISTPainting the Biblical PictureLayer 1 - Key Words and DefinitionsLayer 2 - Key Word UsageLayer 3 - Case Studies in the BibleEnhancing the PortraitAdditional Case StudiesTHREE QUESTIONS#1 - Can A Narcissist Be a Christian (& vice versa)?#2 - Do They Really "Get Away With It"?#3 - Can A Narcissist Ever Change?CAUSES - ONE ROOT, SEVERAL BRANCHESThe Root CauseFour ExamplesUltimately They Look In, Not UpA PATH TO GENUINE CHANGEThe FoundationGod's Radical RevelationsMaking it RealChoicesCOPING WITH NARCISSISTSGod's Responsibility...and OursProtect YourselfBe Smart in Your InteractionsLearn to Pray in the SituationPractical Solutions ... and God's Grand PlanFROM WHY, TO HOPE, TO LOVEAsking "Why"God's Plan for A Purpose of LoveThe Four Pillars of TrustTurning Tears into a Life-giving SpringWhy to Hope to LoveYOUR JOURNEY FORWARDCrying Out, Seeking GodPrayingWalking ForwardComing Full CircleWritten by someone who understands the journey, this book starts with discovery, and ends with comfort.

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