How do we get out of the constant cycle of comparison?
The Bible is full of people who have learned from God how to be friends that understand, connect with, admire, challenge, and love each other.
When we learn to make God a personal friend, he will become real to us, and in doing so teach us how to become a “true friend” to others.
How I learned that truth is my friend, not my enemy.
Some people are acquaintances. Some are life changers. We can learn from Jesus how to become life changers.
This is a lesson for all of us about running and quitting. Before we “give up the ghost,” maybe we should check with God to find out if he has a plan.