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Comparison Is The Thief of Joy

Psalm 23:1

The Lord is my Shepherd, I lack nothing.

In his misery, Job could not help but compare his life with the ungodly people who seem to be blessed despite their wickedness. Verse 7 writes: “Why do the wicked live on, growing old and increasing in power?”

There are times when you scroll on your social media, and you can’t help compare your life with the lives of the ungodly people who appear to be better than yours. They seem to be wealthier, healthier, happier, more successful, etc. 

The ungodly people will never really experience true joy, true love, and true peace from knowing Jesus, the Good Shepherd. They are still prone to problems, and they have to rely on their limited strength and resources. 

Let’s stop comparing your lives with others. Comparison is the thief of joy. Be thankful and believe that God has a special plan for you. You won’t be able to accomplish that plan if you always compare yourself to others. Always keep in mind: The Lord is my Shepherd. I lack nothing. 

Prayer

Dear God, I am thankful for all the things You have done in my life. Help me to always guard my heart against comparing what I have with what others have. Amen.