What does the Bible say about self centeredness?

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The Bible condemns self-centeredness as the sinful desire to put ourselves first, and calls us through Christ to humble love for God and neighbor. Philippians 2:3-4 urges believers to reject selfish ambition and consider others’ needs, following the pattern of Christ’s humility. James 3:14-16 and 4:1-3 show that envy, pride, and self-seeking produce disorder, conflict, and misguided prayers. Jesus commands wholehearted love for God and love for our neighbors as ourselves in Mark 12:30-31. Romans 12:1-2 calls for minds renewed by God’s mercy, while 1 John 4:19-21 teaches that those loved by God must love others.