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Self-Centeredness: The Source of All Grief by Andrew Wommack (30-Nov-2012) Paperback
Difficult situations have a way of revealing the heart. Extreme financial pressure, a broken family relationship, or the death of a loved may be a crisis to one person, while to another, an opportunity to prove the power of God's Word. What's the difference? The answer to that question Is answered in this book.
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First published January 1, 2005
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About the author
Andrew Wommack
394 books421 followersAndrew began his ministry in 1972 and is the President and Founder of Andrew Wommack Ministries and Charis Bible College located in Colorado Springs. For four decades Andrew has been teaching the Word of God. His revelation is taught with clarity and simplicity, emphasizing God’s unconditional love and grace. His daily Gospel Truth radio and television programs are broadcast domestically and internationally.
He founded Charis Bible College in 1994 and has established 70+ extension colleges in major cities of America and around the world. Andrew has produced a library of teaching materials in print, audio, and visual formats.
See his ministry website for more information:http://awmi.net/
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He founded Charis Bible College in 1994 and has established 70+ extension colleges in major cities of America and around the world. Andrew has produced a library of teaching materials in print, audio, and visual formats.
See his ministry website for more information:http://awmi.net/
Join the ministry on their other social media platforms:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AWMinistries/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrewwommack
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewwommack/
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July 3, 2019
This little book is brutal and helped me see some areas in my life that I need to work on with God's help--I disagree a bit about his view on grieving for the death of another believer as being selfish. I do see the truth in it, but I don't think it is at all wrong to grieve for a believer. I do agree that it is good to rejoice that they are in heaven, but that doesn't mean people can't be sad or that they're wrongly selfish if they are. There's a /verse/ about God grieving for His people when they die. And Jesus wept!
Other than that point, I pretty much agreed with everything else. At this point, the question becomes: How do you balance self-care and caring about other people? And that is something I will be searching for truth about now. However, it's interesting because the more I think about it, some kinds of selfishness are rooted in fear that our needs won't be met, and that in itself is a form of unbelief in God's promises. God is so generous--we need only rely on Him and trust in Him and in His Word.
Good stuff to think about. Read the book in pretty much one sitting.
Because it's so brutal, I don't think I would recommend it to anyone dealing with severe chronic depression or anxiety. But for those on the road to healing, and for people who can receive constructive criticism, it may help pave the way to fuller emotional and spiritual health.
Other than that point, I pretty much agreed with everything else. At this point, the question becomes: How do you balance self-care and caring about other people? And that is something I will be searching for truth about now. However, it's interesting because the more I think about it, some kinds of selfishness are rooted in fear that our needs won't be met, and that in itself is a form of unbelief in God's promises. God is so generous--we need only rely on Him and trust in Him and in His Word.
Good stuff to think about. Read the book in pretty much one sitting.
Because it's so brutal, I don't think I would recommend it to anyone dealing with severe chronic depression or anxiety. But for those on the road to healing, and for people who can receive constructive criticism, it may help pave the way to fuller emotional and spiritual health.
August 22, 2013
This book is small, but words are inadequate to really convey how powerful it really is. I enjoy reading all of Andrew Wommack's books. Self-Centeredness really is the root of all grief. Read this little book to learn how to overcome self-centeredness. Christ has the power to set you free today.
January 23, 2018
Hard to swallow, but life-changing.
September 14, 2022
Read it.
Self Centeredness: The source of all grief. A must buy! Such a great book. Powerful truths. Highly recommend. Biblically sound.
Self Centeredness: The source of all grief. A must buy! Such a great book. Powerful truths. Highly recommend. Biblically sound.
March 20, 2025
“Dead people never feel a thing! You can do all kinds of mean things to a corpse without any response. Kick it, spit on it, slap it, do whatever, but it won’t retaliate. Why? Because it’s dead! According to the Bible, you are supposed to be dead. Why, then, are you hurt so easily when someone says or does something to you? Why do you have so many problems in your relationships? Plain and simple – pride is still alive!” ~ Andrew Wommack
I didn’t realize how self-centered I was until I started reading Self-Centeredness: The Source of All Grief. I thought I was doing a pretty good job putting others first and being a good friend, but God used Andrew Wommack’s words to reveal how selfish I’ve been in my relationship with Him. During my prayer times, my problems often come before others. When I’m overwhelmed, I usually become all-consumed before returning my focus back to God. Even now, as I write this, it’s all me, me, me.
As I read Self-Centeredness: The Source of All Grief, two topics stood out: self-awareness and God’s love.
In chapter four, Andrew writes, “Low self-esteem was really just another form of pride. It’s the result of focusing on yourself as compared to others and then coming to the conclusion that you just don’t measure up, and everyone around you knows it. It’s still just all about you.”
Since reading this passage, I’ve become more aware of the enemy’s attempts to shift my focus off God. When the Lord stirs me to speak, write, or do something in His name, Satan is often quick to whisper lies to make me doubt God’s Word. But I'm learning to mute the enemy by serving my Savior despite what others might think. My daily prayer is for God to pour more of Himself into my heart until I become less. This is a regular practice since I still trip up, but I’m grateful for Andrew’s perspective because it restored my thinking and realigned my sight to God.
While this short book contained many nuggets of wisdom, the line that stopped me in my tracks is found in chapter 6: “God is love! Jesus gave His life as much for Adolf Hitler as He did for you. Adolf may not have accepted the Lord, but Jesus loved him.”
After reading these words, I felt the Lord knock me down a peg as He reminded me that Jesus died for the most wicked of sinners just as much as He died for me. Romans 5:8 says, “But God demonstrated his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” However, when God pours His grace into us, it’s not meant to stop there. His love is designed to flow through us, transforming our hearts and spilling into the lives of those around us (Matthew 28:19-20).
Chapter six was a great reminder of God’s selfless love and how I must strive to replicate it toward others. After all, faith is not about receiving, accepting, and keeping the gift of salvation for ourselves. It’s about GIVING BACK! The Lord wants to use what He pours into us to impact others. When we refuse to die to our selves, we withhold the very thing God freely gave us!
Self-Centeredness: The Source of All Grief was the wake-up call I needed. This small, fifty-two-page book might not have seemed like much at first, but each chapter challenged my faith and tested my desire to lay my life at the foot of the cross. Humans are selfish beings, but we don’t have to stay that way. By letting go of our carnal thoughts and clothing ourselves in Yeshua’s characteristics, breakthroughs will come, peace will consume us, and unity will grow!
I didn’t realize how self-centered I was until I started reading Self-Centeredness: The Source of All Grief. I thought I was doing a pretty good job putting others first and being a good friend, but God used Andrew Wommack’s words to reveal how selfish I’ve been in my relationship with Him. During my prayer times, my problems often come before others. When I’m overwhelmed, I usually become all-consumed before returning my focus back to God. Even now, as I write this, it’s all me, me, me.
As I read Self-Centeredness: The Source of All Grief, two topics stood out: self-awareness and God’s love.
In chapter four, Andrew writes, “Low self-esteem was really just another form of pride. It’s the result of focusing on yourself as compared to others and then coming to the conclusion that you just don’t measure up, and everyone around you knows it. It’s still just all about you.”
Since reading this passage, I’ve become more aware of the enemy’s attempts to shift my focus off God. When the Lord stirs me to speak, write, or do something in His name, Satan is often quick to whisper lies to make me doubt God’s Word. But I'm learning to mute the enemy by serving my Savior despite what others might think. My daily prayer is for God to pour more of Himself into my heart until I become less. This is a regular practice since I still trip up, but I’m grateful for Andrew’s perspective because it restored my thinking and realigned my sight to God.
While this short book contained many nuggets of wisdom, the line that stopped me in my tracks is found in chapter 6: “God is love! Jesus gave His life as much for Adolf Hitler as He did for you. Adolf may not have accepted the Lord, but Jesus loved him.”
After reading these words, I felt the Lord knock me down a peg as He reminded me that Jesus died for the most wicked of sinners just as much as He died for me. Romans 5:8 says, “But God demonstrated his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” However, when God pours His grace into us, it’s not meant to stop there. His love is designed to flow through us, transforming our hearts and spilling into the lives of those around us (Matthew 28:19-20).
Chapter six was a great reminder of God’s selfless love and how I must strive to replicate it toward others. After all, faith is not about receiving, accepting, and keeping the gift of salvation for ourselves. It’s about GIVING BACK! The Lord wants to use what He pours into us to impact others. When we refuse to die to our selves, we withhold the very thing God freely gave us!
Self-Centeredness: The Source of All Grief was the wake-up call I needed. This small, fifty-two-page book might not have seemed like much at first, but each chapter challenged my faith and tested my desire to lay my life at the foot of the cross. Humans are selfish beings, but we don’t have to stay that way. By letting go of our carnal thoughts and clothing ourselves in Yeshua’s characteristics, breakthroughs will come, peace will consume us, and unity will grow!
November 27, 2023
Quick great read!
the book deals with some uncomfortable subjects about self, Pride and self debasement are different sides of the same coin.
In true fashion, Andrew Womack uses stories and examples from his life to bring the concepts to life,
The relationship advice un the book goes against current conventional thought but it is right on the money andis un line with Biblical Wisdom.
| am glad the bookwas recommended to me to read.
the book deals with some uncomfortable subjects about self, Pride and self debasement are different sides of the same coin.
In true fashion, Andrew Womack uses stories and examples from his life to bring the concepts to life,
The relationship advice un the book goes against current conventional thought but it is right on the money andis un line with Biblical Wisdom.
| am glad the bookwas recommended to me to read.
January 12, 2020
It’s a small book - could read it in one sitting ... unless you let the words pierce the bubble of selfishness. Second reading. I sense I’ll need to keep it close - with my Bible. Gaining freedom costs.
February 9, 2020
Never underestimate the size of a book and its insight. An honest look at self.
So glad I read it.
Moving along this life being able to recognize self and its negative effects in my life.
Always check your heart first before looking at others this book helps with this.
A must read
So glad I read it.
Moving along this life being able to recognize self and its negative effects in my life.
Always check your heart first before looking at others this book helps with this.
A must read
April 27, 2020
Small but yet so powerful book. So blessed by all the teachings 🙏
January 30, 2024
Wonderful book!
February 19, 2024
Overcoming Self Focuse
This was not only a great read but a great challenge that produces growth! Highly recommend this book to everyone!
This was not only a great read but a great challenge that produces growth! Highly recommend this book to everyone!
February 22, 2024
Very quick but powerful read, will challenge you a little.
November 28, 2024
Very short book but straight to the point. Really opened my eyes up to how selfishness really takes over your life and how important it is to love your neighbors.
February 24, 2021
What does maturity look like?
What does maturity look like to you? This book hit home just how selfish our society and culture has become. My rights. My feelings. My opinion. These things all change and are all dependent on what you know and believe right now. There is a better way. God’s way. True love isn’t selfish. You were born to be more.
What does maturity look like to you? This book hit home just how selfish our society and culture has become. My rights. My feelings. My opinion. These things all change and are all dependent on what you know and believe right now. There is a better way. God’s way. True love isn’t selfish. You were born to be more.
March 25, 2011
Totally eye opening, Never thought of things this way. But after reading this book it makes total sense.
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August 5, 2011This was a revelation to me and incredibly helpful.
August 11, 2011
Excellant book that helps you discover the self centered tendencies in youself, and showing you the effect of that on your relationship with God and others.
April 18, 2021
Everyone must read
These 40 pages are a life changer. This book really spoke to me about my own issues, and struggles and the struggles the whole world is facing now.
These 40 pages are a life changer. This book really spoke to me about my own issues, and struggles and the struggles the whole world is facing now.
February 13, 2022
Great book with a life changing message
This is a great book with a life changing message! Andrew speaks in clear, easy to understand language in this short, quick read.
This is a great book with a life changing message! Andrew speaks in clear, easy to understand language in this short, quick read.
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May 1, 2013In the words of Andrew Wommack, friend, it is time to grow up!
A MUST read!
A MUST read!
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