None of us want to be selfish, do we? It’s one of those qualities in our character that’s not pleasant and adds no value to who we are.
However, it’s not necessarily selfish to look after ourselves either. In fact, if we’re not blessed, how can we then be a blessing to others?
In Nehemiah 3:28, they built the wall in front of their own home first. Good psychology and good personal responsibility.
‘Above the Horse Gate, the priests made repairs, each in front of his own house.’