Rylie's persuasive essay

Are you selfish? Probably, but of course you wont admit that. Humans can be very very selfish. A recent report claims that a teenager takes 20 selfies every day. The word selfie has become so used that it was the word of the year 2013. “Selfie” is defined as a self-portrait, usually taken and shared with many via social media. Let’s talk about how to be selfless in this “selfie” world.   

Do you know what selfless means? A selfless person is more worried that someone else is happy than themselves. Mark Ch. 12 says “Jesus said the greatest commandment is to love God first and are neighbors second.” If you focus on others, you will find peace and happiness in life.

Now that you know what selfless means, you need to learn to do it! It all starts within your thoughts. If you are thinking selfless thoughts, you are more likely to have selfless actions. Some of these actions could include give credit to others, avoid trying to impress others, and pray for humility. Instead of trying to impress others share an uplifting scriptures. When counting your blessings express thanks to God and others in your life. Being selfless will make you happier. “The only way to free ourselves from the prison of selfishness is to pour out our lives in love and service.” (–Obert C. Tanner)

Preparing this has helped me realize ways I could be more selfless in this selfie world. I hope it has given you a desire to be more selfless. Philippians 2:3: do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourself.

 --Rylie