How do we know self-centeredness is a danger in the Christian life?

Self-centeredness is identified in the sermon as a critical distraction that can spoil the believer's spiritual life, akin to the 'little foxes' in Song of Solomon 2:15. The emphasis is on how being overly preoccupied with oneself can lead to less focus on God and His glory. Paul warns in 2 Timothy that 'men shall be lovers of their own selves,' suggesting that this self-centeredness can separate us from the true purpose of our faith—fellowship with Christ and service to others. By recognizing this, we can strive to deny ourselves as Jesus instructed, allowing us to refocus on God's work in our lives instead of our own desires.