When Comparison is a Good Thing

Does comparison always lead to envy and competition? Is it really “the thief of joy”? Scripture offers us a different form of comparison: imitation. We are called to imitate those who imitate Christ. This is a positive form of comparison that helps us in our pursuit of godliness. It isn’t about getting validation. It is acknowledging our weaknesses, identifying believers who are strong in those areas, and learning from them in order to grow in Christlikeness. The goal is more of Christ and His glory.    Connect with us:  www.dailygracepodcast.com  www.thedailygraceco.com  https://www.facebook.com/thedailygraceco/  https://www.instagram.com/thedailygraceco/    Questions? Email us!  [email protected]  _______________________________  Resources mentioned in this episode:  Foundations by Ruth and Troy Simons  Ep. 36 Celebrating Others in a Culture of Competition by Daily Grace  Ep. 53 Comparing Our Spiritual Gifts by Daily Grace  “Comparison is Not the Thief of Joy” by Abigail Dodds  Ep. 34 Growing in Godliness in Everyday Life with Ruth Chou Simons by Daily Grace  Ep. 9 Your Identity in Christ by Daily Grace  Ep. 24 Being Content When Life is Disappointing by Daily Grace  Ep. 44 Being Content With What You Have by Daily Grace  Christian Heroes: Then & Now  Biographies from Reformation Heritage  The Weight of Glory by C.S. Lewis    Scripture mentioned in this episode:  Philippians 3:17  Hebrews 13:7  1 Corinthians 11:1  Ephesians 4:1  1 Peter 1:14-16  Romans 3:23  Hebwrew 10:24-25  Galatians 5:22-23  1 Peter 5    Connect with us:  Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe.  On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app.  If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast).  Or follow us on Spotify!  We would love if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace!  We want to invite more women into our conversations!  Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download.  On Android, click here to download.  Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more.   Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox.   Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook.  Follow on Instagram for the latest updates on the podcast and The Daily Grace Co.   Engage with our Facebook community, “The Daily Grace Co. Community”.   Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths.  **Affiliate links used are used where appropriate.**  Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast!