Overly Generous… to one’s self?

I found this striking thought about being generous to others, and more so, to one’s self… self-indulgence? May we not fall into this bondage… please God.

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“An upscale London department store launched a new gift card with the slogan, “The Gift of Self-Indulgence.” Throughout the store, signs, slogans, and even nametags called attention to the cards. According to one employee, sales of the gift cards during the first weeks of the promotion had been very strong, far exceeding company expectations. Generosity may prompt a person to give a luxurious gift to someone special, but too often we find it easier to purchase what we want for ourselves.”

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From Our Daily Bread, “The Gift of Self-Indulgence”, 16-May-2009

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