For we dare not compare ourselves with those who commend themselves. But they, measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise. (2 Corinthians 10:12)
God has made you to be who you are and to run your own race. You don't need to look at the strengths of others and instead of appreciating them, put down yourself. Cheer on others and celebrate them but you also need to celebrate yourself. You are approved by God. Be confident in who God made you to be. There can only be one you and only you can fulfill the destiny that He has given you. Only you can be the best you.
All these years, I have been reading messages about running your own race and about not comparing yourself with others. God will never hold me to the standards of another—their walk, ministry, status, family, or any other aspect of their life. Each is individual and unique, requiring individualized instruction and blueprints. You are qualified in Christ. You get ahead of Him when you neglect His presence and neglect His Word or try and run another person’s race. All we have to do is relax and hear His voice.
Actually as I grow in the Lord, I am seeing what true blessedness is. It is not just about answered prayers, however wonderful they are. It is not just about God's blessings in our life though we thank God for them. It is not about what good things life brings or when things go according to our way, our plan. True blessedness is about being able to turn away from self preoccupation and being Christ conscious. It is being able to run your own race, be free from others' opinions and expectations and not compare with others. Oh what a liberated life that is! Free from pain of self-consciousness and free from man's opinions. Free from jealousy and bitterness from comparing with others.
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