Episode
55. Stop Comparing. Start Living.
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- Become New with John Ortberg
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- Jul 17, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 853
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Summary
Why is comparison so hard to escape? In this reflection on Psalm 37, John Ortberg explores the hidden power of envy and why it quietly robs us of joy, gratitude, and peace. Drawing on insights from Rebecca Konyndyk DeYoung, John explains the difference between jealousy and envy, why comparison always leaves us feeling deficient, and how God's care frees us from measuring our lives against everyone else's. This episode explores: - Psalm 37 and overcoming envy - Why comparison is so destruct...