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Keller's premise is that the question of our worth has already been decided. The verdict is in. Jesus has taken on our sin already and through him, God sees us as sinless. Therefore, it doesn't matter what others think about us, it doesn't even matter what we ourselves think about us. Keller projects that modern societies focus too much on high self-esteem and more traditional societies are focused on low self-esteem, both of which he claims put the pressure and focus in the wrong place: ourselves. He urges not think less of ourselves but think of ourselves less, using the example of Paul in I Corinthians.It's a challenging thought and one that I wish he discussed a bit more in this short book. It reads like the transcript of a sermon, which it might be. It definitely packs a huge idea into a tiny book. Reading it can be done in a day, but practicing it will take years.
A quick read that packs a punch! Just the other day the thought occurred to me, wouldn't it be nice to feel less self-aware like I was in early childhood? It was so freeing. Now, as a Christian adult, I can take the scriptural points Keller has elucidated and make them my own to be more comfortable in my skin in all situations thanks to the verdict already being in. A wonderful message and so timely! Highly recommended.
Short and to the point! You are no longer on trial.
Very helpful insights shared from Paul's letter.
Great small read on gospel humility.