Introduction: Lost in the Maze of Me
Foreword by Donald S. Whitney

Part 1: Why Examine Ourselves?
Chapter 1: Examine Yourself to Know Yourself
Chapter 2: Examine Yourself to Know Your Savior
 
Part 2: Examine Yourself
Chapter 3: Plan to Examine Yourself
Chapter 4: Consider God’s Core Commands
Chapter 5: Assess Your Life Callings
Chapter 6: Pay Attention to Present Concerns
Chapter 7: Let God’s Word Guide You
Chapter 8: See Yourself Through Another’s Eyes
 
Part 3: Forget Yourself
Chapter 9: Confess Your Sins
Chapter 10: Wash in His Infinite Fountain
Chapter 11: Wear His Many-Colored Robe
Chapter 12: Compare Him to Other Beloveds
Chapter 13: Walk in the Way Everlasting

Conclusion: Six Paths to Self-Forgetfulness
Appendix 1: Template for Self-Examination
Appendix 2: Passages for Self-Examination

“God has designed self-examination as a vital means of grace for all Christians, to help us treasure Christ more. I am not aware of a finer introduction to ‘Godward, gospel-saturated self-examination’ than what Scott Hubbard has written in Examine Yourself, Forget Yourself. This book will not leave you paralyzed by morbid introspection but will lead to greater joy in Christ.”
Jared Mellinger, Senior Pastor, Covenant Fellowship Church in Glen Mills, PA; author, Think Again: Relief from the Burden of Introspection; A Bright Tomorrow: How to Face the Future Without Fear; and Encouragement: How to See and Celebrate Evidences of Grace

“Scott Hubbard’s Examine Yourself, Forget Yourself offers faithful counsel, separating narcissistic introspection from godly self-examination that leads to repentance, maturity, and sanctification. This timely book is filled with practical advice for godly living.”
Rosaria Butterfield, former Professor of English and Women’s Studies, Syracuse University; author, The Gospel Comes with a House Key and Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age

“In a time when we can scarcely quiet our thoughts, Scott Hubbard’s Examine Yourself, Forget Yourself provides a balm against rumination, melancholy, and anxiety. His book offers both theological depth and practical help, and he approaches his topic with such sincerity and humility that I frequently remembered Richard Baxter’s encouragement to ‘take your heart once again and lead it by the hand.’ Hubbard does precisely this, coaxing those of us who are inwardly preoccupied to take our thoughts captive, look up, and behold the glory and the life-giving beauty of Christ.”
Kathryn Butler, MD, author, Grace upon Grace: The Life and Witness of Joni Eareckson Tada

“Scott Hubbard energizes the ancient Christian practice of the examen: taking an honest look at ourselves in order to be free of ourselves. With relatable honesty about life as a Christian husband, father, friend, and pastor, Scott inspires courage in us to offer that most dangerous of prayers: ‘Search me, O God.’ Examine Yourself, Forget Yourself offers the surprising key to actively participating in all that Jesus Christ has for his people. If we accept Scott’s invitation, a clear path opens into the heart of what Calvin called ‘the wonderful exchange.’ As we examine ourselves, we name and release our sin. As we examine Jesus, we receive his benefits. We offer our evil, our lack, and our brokenness through honest self-reflection and confession. We receive back his holiness, sufficiency and healing. With an easy style, Scott offers profound insights through a hoard of pithy, memorable sentences. He excavates nuggets from the great treasury of Reformed spiritual practice, from the Reformation to the present. The further you read, the more you want to exclaim with Bunyan, ‘Oh methought, Christ! Christ! there was nothing but Christ that was before my eyes.’”
Gerrit Dawson, Pastor Emeritus, First Presbyterian Church of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; author, The Blessing Life and Jesus Ascended

“Before a sinner can truly know the greatness of Jesus Christ, he must first know the depth of his sin. And that is why Scott Hubbard’s new book on Christ-centered self-examination is so needed today. In his excellent volume Examine Yourself, Forget Yourself, the reader will find Scott to be a wise counselor, helping us reorient our curved-in thoughts toward the stunning beauty of God’s mercy and love. Scott offers practical wisdom that not only guides us through healthy self-examination but also lifts our eyes to the breathtaking mercy of God. Examine Yourself, Forget Yourself helps the reader die to self and live to Jesus—that is, forget yourself and fall more deeply in love with your Savior. In today’s Christian culture, in which healthy self-examination is so needed, Scott Hubbard’s new work is a must-read.”
Joni Eareckson Tada, Founder and CEO, Joni and Friends International Disability Center

“Some spiral in self-examination while others avoid it. I’m the second kind. As I read Examine Yourself, Forget Yourself, I realized how often I feel a sting of conscience, then brush it off and forget it. Through this book, the Lord showed me sins I had overlooked and led me to repentance. But rather than leaving me looking at myself, the book pointed me to Christ. I finished it joyfully convicted yet free to look away from myself and rest in him.”
Vaneetha Rendall Risner, author, Watching for the Morning: 90 Devotionals for when Hope Is Hard to Find

“Clearly and beautifully written, soaked in Scripture and full of gracious pastoral wisdom, this book will strengthen your soul. It strengthened mine, taking me into myself and then back out of myself and bringing me to tears at the goodness of Christ. I highly recommend it.”
Stephen Witmer, Pastor; author, In All Things Thee to See: A Devotional Guide to Selected Poems of George Herbert

“I think every Christian should read this book. I have never read anything quite like it: powerful, pastoral, simultaneously gentle and challenging, and ultimately, overwhelmingly encouraging as it provides solid ground from which to look both inward at our messy selves and outward and upward to the beauty of Christ. Whether we are prone to brush over our sin or to be overwhelmed by sin, Scott Hubbard is a wise and gentle guide through rich biblical material on how to live a genuinely Christ-centered and Christ-empowered life in a world in which we must look in but cannot afford to be trapped inside. I am so thankful he wrote this book and will be enthusiastically recommending it to others.”
Gary Millar, Principal, Queensland Theological College, Brisbane, Australia

“The word of God likens what’s in a man’s heart to deep waters (Proverbs 20:5). The Bible highlights how hard it is to bring heart issues to the surface. But wise men can, and Scott has proven to be such a man. In Examine Yourself, Forget Yourself, he leads his readers to use the mirror of the word to see what’s in their hearts and bring their heart ailments to Jesus for his sure remedies in the gospel. For my soul’s sake, I am glad I read this book! And for the joy of seeing others grow in Christ as they learn to apply the gospel to their hearts, I happily endorse it.”
Bobby Scott, Copastor, Community of Faith Bible Church; guest blogger, Desiring God, 9Marks and The Gospel Coalition

“Scott Hubbard is a wise pastor, careful theologian, and skilled writer. He explains why and how to examine ourselves while exulting in our Savior, whose excellencies exceed our failings. I warmly recommend this book for believers in every season of life.”
Brian J. Tabb, President, Bethlehem College and Seminary; General Editor, Themelios

“I wish I could have read Scott Hubbard’s book Examine Yourself, Forget Yourself in the mid-nineties, when I labored through a two year ‘pride breakdown.’ His biblical insights, Christ-centeredness, and specific application steps would have given me much needed hope for change in my battles with depression, anxiety, and self-focus. But I’m no less grateful that I’m able to read his book now. Scott has been through the dangerous and fruitless valley of spiritual navel-gazing and has emerged on the other side more secure in God’s love, more eager to serve others, and more enthralled with the glory of Jesus Christ. If you’re worn out by trying to fix yourself, Scott’s genuine, humble, clear, and Scripture-saturated thoughts will bring freedom and joy to your heart. And God just might use it to change your life.”
Bob Kauflin, Director, Sovereign Grace Music; Pastor, Sovereign Grace Church of Louisville; author, Worship Matters and True Worshipers