I agree with you that if the motivation for being a decent person and doing good is the expectation of a divine reward…so you can win the big prize in the end…then that is a pretty selfish and self-centered motivation.
Jesus’ motivation for saving us was because He loved us. Period. Some folks follow Jesus because they love Him and appreciate what He did for them...THAT is their motivation. And they show their love and devotion for Him by loving and helping others for whom He died. It’s pretty selfless.
I don't doubt you, though I question selfless, as no one does anything for selfless reasons.
I know we'd be screwed if a bunch of so called Christian's suddenly found out there was no reward. That would give them card blanche for a lot of horrible acts, which makes no sense to me.
