So I was thinking it was about me. I know, surprising, but apparently at some point this week my perspective changed and everything was all about me! Eeek!

A few weeks ago while discussing something with friends, we came to the conclusion that selfishness equals loneliness. Sure, you can do what is best for you all the time, but eventually you'll be the only one left.

Who knew the opposite was also true: loneliness equals selfishness.

Consider this: is it possible to be lonely without focusing on yourself?

Challenge me here if you disagree, but I think the acknowledgment of being lonely or alone means that at some point you have to have looked at yourself to make that determination. And that's where I got out of whack.

It was about where I fit in. Where I felt needed. What I could do. What I should do. I, I, I, I.

Sheesh!

The Bible addresses this. And I've heard the verse before. Even have it on a t-shirt. I just chose to ignore it while I was focusing on myself. But here's what it says: "And he died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died for them and was raised again." 2 Cor. 5:15 (emphasis mine)

It never ceases to amaze me how simplistic and black and white the Word really is when we dig in. Could have saved me some emoting this weekend (although I am a girl, so I could blame some of it on hormones!). Either way, it's a good lesson to learn. Hopefully I'll do better next time...because unfortunately, there will probably be some other time in my life when I start focusing on myself. *gasp*