Rise Above the Peers

“We do not dare to classify or compare ourselves with some who commend themselves. When they measure themselves by themselves and compare themselves with themselves, they are not wise.” – 2 Corinthians 10:12 I’ve noticed that the unstoppable dreamers who are called by God to do great things tend to rise above their peers. Comparison is a significant trap we need to avoid. We often find ourselves comparing various aspects of our lives to others—our work, our effort, our positions, our clothing, our weight, our waistlines, and even our finances. Here’s the issue with comparison: if we compare ourselves to those who seem to be doing better, we can become discouraged. Conversely, if we compare ourselves to those who appear to be doing worse, we may become prideful and egotistical. Both of these attitudes are traps we should be cautious of.You can only compare yourself to one person: yourself. While