Selfishness--being excessively concerned with myself rather than others--and vanity--having too much pride in myself, my abilities, or my appearance--get in the way of unity and humility.
In today's verse, from the letter Saint Paul wrote to the Church in Philippi, we read one of his instructions on how to live a life modeled after Jesus. He gave similar instructions to the Romans and to the Galatians.
We still have a copy of Paul's letter to the Philippians, from 1800 years ago! Our historical connection to these instructions is strong and valid. And our need for them is as important today as it was then!
Today, I will seek humility and to regard others as more important than myself.
Saint Pius X, known for your strength, gentleness and warmth for other people, pray for us.
Papyrus 46, one of the oldest New Testament papyri, showing Philippians 2:3 (circa 175-225 AD)
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