The Dangers of Comparison | The Well Podcast S6E01

How does comparison impact our spiritual lives? Join Pastor Chad Glover and Host Les Normanas they discuss the dangers of comparison and the lies we tell ourselves to justify our actions. From social media envy to spiritual pride, theyexpose how comparison robs us of joy, leads to self-justification, and distracts us from God’s true standard—His holiness. Discover how the belief that you’re “not that bad” or “not that lost” can distance you from the need for genuine repentance and grace. Pastor Chad reminds us that we all fall short of God’s perfection. He unpacks Romans 2 and challenges the common belief that “good people go to heaven”—emphasizing that only Jesus offers true freedom through grace. If you’re wrestling with feelings of inadequacy or superiority, this episode will help you break free from the trap of comparison and experience the abundant life found only in Christ. 📌 Episode Mentions: Scripture references: Romans 1-3, Luke 15, Psalm 51Pastor Chad’s “Good Lies” sermon: https://www.youtube.com/live/YgOba05DtRQ?si=i-NZA2r3sYFkpVOzCastles Family Discipleship Course: https://abundant-life.com/get-involved/family/castles-family-discipleship/📌Supplemental ResourcesThis Week’s Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/live/csDUpOjVJQI?si=h5jibq4TcmvYo2aQNEXT Sermon Series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR50sV854C2jX5wMPGPP47-VQxVXVJtlu&si=kg6rHGXbWyrItFed 🎙️ What We Discuss: 00:00 – Why Comparison Is Dangerous 03:24 – God’s Standard vs. Our Morality 09:14 – Are All Religions the Same?13:37 – Faith in Christ Saves17:56 – Passive Wrath and Self-Salvation22:33 – Repentance and the Prodigal Son25:46 – The Father's Overwhelming Love Explained29:37 – Knowing God Through Creation33:33 – Redefining Lostness Through Christ37:21 – Reflecting on Humility and Grace40:11 – Grace, Equality, and Heart Reflection45:04 – Prayer for Freedom and Repentance Connect with us on Social Media ↴Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifelsLearn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/More information on our sermons: https://abundant-life.com/resources/sermons/Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://abundant-life.com/ More information on our sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ Website: https://abundant-life.com/ Connect with us on Social Media ↴Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifelsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels/ Abundant Life exists to see lives changed by Jesus by being living proof of a loving God to a watching world.