you’re checking out this book, there is a good chance you – or someone you care about – have experienced some of the more damaging consequences of genuine narcissism. Maybe you didn’t realize you were dealing with a narcissist at first, but the pain and damage caused by this selfish, arrogant, condescending, and domineering person might have driven you to search for answers about what was going on, and how to deal with them.
While the Bible does not use the exact term “narcissism” – a word from Greek mythology – it most certainly speaks to the subject. In fact, if you look carefully, you might be surprised at just how much and how directly Scripture speaks about narcissism and narcissistic people.
The First Will Be Last: A Biblical Perspective on Narcissism is just what the title says – an A-Z look at the Biblical perspective on these toxic people; including who they are, how they got that way, and how to deal with them. From key words to Biblical case studies, it will unlock a new perspective and provide a framework in your search for truth. The excerpt below, the author provides detailed explanation as to how the narcissist got that way.
The Root Cause :
Romans I explains the ultimate root cause is suppression of the truth in a desire to live contrary to God’s standard:
For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men who suppress the truth in unrighteousness-Romans 1:18 …They suppress the ultimate truth and knowledge of God Himself (Genesis 3:14, John 8:58, Revelations 1:18) -the reality of His eternal existence, His divine nature of love, mercy and justice, and His infinite power, knowledge, and wisdom.
~D C Robertsson, Author of The First Will Be Last: A Biblical Perspective On Narcissism~