We see it in growing churches all the time. As the church grows the influence of the old guard lessens. They withhold their support. These people are not seeking the Kingdom of the Lord, they are working out of selfish ambition, not sincerely, but seeking to stir up trouble so that they might advance. We see it in communities.
Churches compete rather than cooperate.
We are not seeking to advance the kingdom, we are seeking to advance our own congregation out of selfish ambition. We see it in relationships. Someone has a great experience and we are quick to point out the problems. It is because we want to be in the spotlight. It is selfish ambition.