If I were to be truthful, I would have to say that I have struggled for most of my life with comparing myself to others. Lately, God has been showing me how this practice of comparison(and believe me, I have practiced this until perfect) is really sin in my life. When I compare myself with someone else, from my imperfect human perspective I never measure up. This has led me to lack confidence to reach out in His Name to those around me in need; to become apathetic about things I should be passionate about; and to doubt any calling or greater purpose in my life. As I have begun to see how far reaching the consequences of this sin has been in my life, I am saddened and want change!
If you confess your sins, He is Faithful and just and will forgive your sins and purify you from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9
So, will this be the end of my struggle with comparing myself to others? I doubt it. I know that it will take time and practice to stop what seems like a habit for me. I also know that it is sin and that I am forgiven. It is a start.
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