Dismantle the Trap of Comparisons

Dismantle The Trap of Comparisons
You have Kingdom Value- Week 5/Day 29

During this episode of God Resilient with Dr. Latisha Webb, let’s

1. 🛐Pray
2. 💭Process how comparing ourselves with others can trap us in self-righteousness
3. 📖Pursue God’s Word in Luke 18:9-14

Comparison with Others
Constantly comparing oneself to others, especially in the era of social media where only the highlights of others' lives are often presented, can lead to feelings of inadequacy. On the other hand, making comparisons with others can lead to self-righteousness.

Justification & Humility

Justification in the biblical context refers to the act of God declaring a sinner to be righteous on account of their faith in Jesus Christ. This righteousness is not earned by any works or merit on the part of the individual but is entirely a gift of God's grace through faith.

Humility is fundamentally acknowledging one's own sinfulness and need for God's mercy. It is the opposite of self-righteousness, which claims that one can earn God's favor through personal merit or good works. The concept of humility as a pathway to justification is seen throughout the Bible, notably in the teachings of Jesus.

Humility vs Self Righteousness
Our humility makes us valuable in the Kingdom of God. This concept is a key aspect of Christian doctrine, setting it apart from legalistic perspectives that equate justification with adherence to the law or ritualistic practices. Instead, it affirms that no one can boast before God (Ephesians 2:8-9) and that justification is possible only through a humble, faith-filled reliance on the saving work of Jesus Christ.

All Scripture References are from the Holman Christian Standard Bible.
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