Selfish ambition is me-centric with self at the center of one’s own path. Scripture: Philippians 1:12-16
In Philippians 1:12-16 Paul talks about his generation of ministers. He says, “But I want you to know, brethren, that the things which happened to me have actually turned out for the furtherance of the gospel, so that it has become evident to the whole palace guard, and to all the rest, that my chains are in Christ; and most of the brethren in the Lord, having become confident by my chains, are much bolder to speak the word without fear. Some indeed preach Christ even from envy and strife, and some also from goodwill: The former preach Christ from selfish ambition, not sincerely, supposing to add affliction to my chains;” Selfish ambition tries to choose what it wants to do and the magnitude of it. Selfish ambition is me-centric with self at the center of one’s own path. In such a place decisions are made to benefit self. When we choose the path of the Spirit our decisions benefit God and His kingdom, not our own! By choosing to avoid what might offend, we have already lost the battle because we are not serving God but ourselves! God is willing to offend the mind to challenge the heart! God condemns self-willed people to their own devices opening the door to darkness. Why does God kill more than He saves in the book of Revelation? Because at the end of the age, selfish ambition and self will rule man. Most people choose their own path and rebel against God’s path to avoid the cross!
- We declare that any diverting spirit, personality, human vessel, satanic device or curse shall hereby cease operation in our lives, be permanently denied access, be blinded and deafened to any of our movements and rendered mute. ALL missed opportunities, diverted benefits, lost investments, stolen money or goods shall be immediately returned SEVEN FOLD.
- We release the blessings of the LORD to locate and overtake us in every circumstance, business transaction, relationship, and everyday activity.
- We declare that goodness and mercy shall follow us all the days of our lives and we shall never depart from the House of our LORD.