Fact 1: I do not determine what is for me. Fact 2: I am not identified by what I . Fact 3: Emotional well-being and self-fulfillment are not the goal. Fact 4: I do not determine . Our Culture: “Life is about expressing yourself.” Biblical Worldview: “Life is about glorifying God and loving others.” “You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind…. A second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” -Matthew 22:37, 39 NLT “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross daily, and follow me.” -Luke 9:23 NLT “Give up your own way” up. “Take up your cross.” to self “Follow me.” under Jesus.