Is Your Child Comparing You to Someone Else?

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The words coming out of a father's mouth carry a lot of weight. If you're teaching your children to be grateful for others that also did something well, or maybe even better than they did,. But I think the difference is maybe if you're comparing them in a way that is, they did that and you didn't or you didn't do as much or as good. And it starts to plant the seed in their mind where they're very likely to do the same thing.

In a world where social media makes everyone else’s at-bats seem like a home run, it’s easy to feel like you’re striking out every time you step up to the plate. The weight of comparison can quickly pull you down to some dark places both emotionally and spiritually. What’s more, the patterns you set in your life can have a tremendous impact on the lives of your wife and kids. Thankfully, the Bible gives each of us a game plan for guarding our hearts and minds against unhealthy comparisons—and for embracing the joy that’s found in being content with God’s plans and purposes.