Discover the Bible's ancient wisdom on these challenging people - who they are, how they got that way, how to deal with them, and God's final word on it all.

If you're checking out this book, there is a good chance you - or someone you care about - have experienced some of the more damaging consequences of genuine narcissism. Maybe you didn't realize you were dealing with a narcissist at first, but the pain and damage caused by this selfish, arrogant, condescending, and domineering person might have driven you to search for answers about what was going on, and how to deal with them. As you searched online or in books, you collected the conventional wisdom available, but feel there is still more to it.

While the Bible does not use the exact term "narcissism" - a word from Greek mythology - it most certainly speaks to the subject. In fact, if you look carefully, you might be surprised at just how much and how directly Scripture speaks about narcissism and narcissistic people.

The First Will Be Last: A Biblical Perspective on Narcissism is just what the title says - an A-Z look at the Biblical perspective on these toxic people; including who they are, how they got that way, and how to deal with them. From key words to Biblical case studies, it will unlock a new perspective and provide a framework in your search for truth.

CONTENTS

LET'S BEGIN

How to Read this Book

WHO SHOULD I LISTEN TO?

The Range of Perspectives
The Secular Perspective on Narcissism
There's Another Option

THE BIBLICAL PROFILE OF A NARCISSIST

Painting the Biblical Picture
Layer 1 - Key Words and Definitions
Layer 2 - Key Word Usage
Layer 3 - Case Studies in the Bible
Enhancing the Portrait
Additional Case Studies

THREE QUESTIONS

#1 - Can A Narcissist Be a Christian (& vice versa)?
#2 - Do They Really "Get Away With It"?
#3 - Can A Narcissist Ever Change?

CAUSES - ONE ROOT, SEVERAL BRANCHES

The Root Cause
Four Examples
Ultimately They Look In, Not Up

A PATH TO GENUINE CHANGE

The Foundation
God's Radical Revelations
Making it Real
Choices

COPING WITH NARCISSISTS

God's Responsibility...and Ours
Protect Yourself
Be Smart in Your Interactions
Learn to Pray in the Situation
Practical Solutions ... and God's Grand Plan

FROM WHY, TO HOPE, TO LOVE

Asking "Why"
God's Plan for A Purpose of Love
The Four Pillars of Trust
Turning Tears into a Life-giving Spring
Why to Hope to Love

YOUR JOURNEY FORWARD

Crying Out, Seeking God
Praying
Walking Forward
Coming Full Circle

Written by someone who understands the journey, this book starts with discovery, and ends with comfort.

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