Bobby McDonald - Comparison, Envy, and Contentment
Summary
The speaker draws lessons from Psalm 73, where Asaph struggled with envy and comparison after seeing the prosperity of the wicked. He emphasizes that the primary source of discouragement is comparing oneself to others, which tempts us to doubt God's goodness and love. True contentment comes from appreciating what we already have, recognizing that our joy is tied to God's constant presence, and enjoying the earthly blessings given with gratitude.
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Speaker: Bobby McDonald Title: Comparison, Envy, and Contentment Date: 01/24/2021 Our Goal as Christians is this: To be an exact reflection of Jesus, the Son of God (Romans 8:29) We do this individually by growing in purity in our personal lives (1 John 3:2-3) We do this corporately by becoming fully functioning members of a local Church (Ephesians 4:11-16)
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