Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Philippians 2:3, 4 NIV

In Other Words
You can avoid being trapped by selfishness and vanity if you humbly do things that elevate others instead of yourself. Look after the interest of others as well as your own.

Small Bites
✓ Selfishness blocks sensitivity to God’s leading
✓ Vanity and selfish ambition are not God’s way
✓ Do nothing at the expense of others
✓ Honor others above yourself
✓ Humility is not martyrdom: take care of yourself
✓ While you are taking care of yourself, help others
✓ Personal actions affect others
✓ Choose your actions prayerfully and carefully