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How Jesus Calls Out the Narcissistic Pharisee
The Pharisee pointed out by Jesus for his narcissistic prayer is just the beginning of Jesus calling out narcissism within the Pharisaic sect. But we can learn a lot about Pharisees from this short parable in which Jesus compares a publican or a tax-collector to a Pharisee. In the following verses, we see two men praying, but about what and to whom they pray is up for close observation. And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others: Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican. The Pharisee stood and prayed…
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5 Battles Every Highly Sensitive Person Has to Fight
According to studies, about 20% of the population is highly sensitive. This designation covers emotional, mental, and physical sensitivity. Most highly sensitive people do not respond well to medications, cannot tolerate much caffeine or alcohol. Changes to their environment can cause physical pain as well as mental. Additionally, HSP’s are also empathetic. They tune into the emotions of others. While they feel their own emotions deeply, highly sensitive people also tap into the deeper streams in others as well. For example, a highly sensitive person can tell if another is uncomfortable. He or she will instinctively know what to do to help them become more comfortable. Highly sensitive people often…
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Five Signs of a Spiritual Narcissist
While the spiritual narcissist has much in common with your regular garden variety narcissist, a spiritual narcissist tends to hold sway over more people. You can find them in just about any religion and denomination. Religion is often a big draw for narcissists. Spiritual authority is nebulous; many people who claim to have it, do not. But with enough bluster and authoritarian posturing, it can sure seem like others have spiritual authority. Pastors are not the only ones who often qualify as spiritual narcissists. I have seen many Bible studies putter out as a member stage a takeover. Often church splits are a result of the maneuvering of this or…
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