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MEASURING UP. 2 Corinthians 10:12 We do not dare to classify or compare ourselves with some who commend themselves. 2 Corinthians 10:12 Measuring and comparing is not wise. 1. Abilities. Feeling cheated, competing with others. 2. Appearance.
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2 Corinthians 10:12 We do not dare to classify or compare ourselves with some who commendthemselves.
2 Corinthians 10:12 Measuring and comparing is not wise.
1. Abilities Feeling cheated,competing with others
2. Appearance Depression, Insecurity,Obession, HatingOurselves
1 John 3:20 “…our hearts will condemn us.”
3. Possessions Discontentment, Keeping up with others
Psalm 73:1-5 Surely God is good to Israel, to those who are pure in heart. But as for me,my feet had almost slipped;
Psalm 73:1-5 I had nearly lost my foothold. For I envied the arrogantwhen I saw the prosperity of the wicked
Psalm 73:1-5 They have no struggles; theirbodies are healthy andstrong. They are freefrom the burdens common to man.
4. Troubles & Achievements Self-pity & Resentment
Psalm 139:14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfullymade.
1. Embrace the fact that you’re not like anyone else. 2. Stop trying to be what you’re not – be who you are!
Romans 12:2 Do not conform any longer to the patter of this world, but be transformed bythe renewing of yourmind.
1. Embrace the fact that you’re not like anyone else. 2. Stop trying to be what you’re not – be who you are! 3. Evaluate yourself by God’sstandards
Galatians 6:4-5 “Each one should test his own actions. Then he cantake pride in himself,without comparinghimself to somebodyelse,…”
1. Embrace the fact that you’re not like anyone else. 2. Stop trying to be what you’re not – be who you are! 3. Evaluate yourself by God’sstandards