Memorise: For we dare not make ourselves of the
number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they
measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves,
are not wise. 2 Corinthians 10:12
Read: 2 Corinthians 10:12-18; Bible in one year: Mark
14:43-16:8; Job 21:1-16
One of the greatest temptations facing the human race
today is that of comparison. Making comparison about virtually everything has
become part of life from childhood to old age. We compare family background,
physical appearance, intelligence, character, abilities, endowments, life
achievements etc, it has systematically turned life in general to a kind of
competition. Even little children are known to tell lies in order to measure up
on comparison scale of their mates. Have you compared yourself to others and
didn’t quite measure up? Have you ever thought that you are not as beautiful,
handsome, smart, capable, charming, gifted or as godly as your friends? Going
into this kind of comparison make it so easy to think that if you had more or
knew more, you would be secure and happy. But as a matter of fact, people who
have it all, even the most endowed individuals in the world, still struggle
with feelings of insecurity.
In the beginning, God created Adam and Eve in His own
image. He blessed them and gave them dominion over all creation. He provided
everything that anyone could desire for them. He gave them intimacy and
attention, He also gave them beauty, security, significance, and purpose.
Nevertheless, Satan confused Eve by giving her feelings of insecurity that
pushed her to take her eyes away from her precious inheritance and focus on the
forbidden fruit. Comparisons will always make you ignore what you have and
focus your attention on what you lack. It will push you to doubt God and
yourself, convincing you to seek for solutions outside of God’s provision. By
making comparisons, you will become convinced that something is missing in your
life and that kicking against God’s commandment will make you be “like God”.
The Lord will help you to recognise Satan’s lies and overcome his temptations
in Jesus’ Name.
Do not fall for the lies of the devil anymore; learn
to refute his temptations with the truth. Always appreciate and thank God for
His wonderful provisions and promises. Believe the word of God in Colossians
2:10 that says, you are complete in Him. As you hold on to the word as a weapon
against the schemes of the devil in your life, the word of God will work for
you in Jesus’ Name.
Prayer Point;
Father, please let my focus always be on your
provision and promises in my life with praise and thanksgiving to you.
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