We know now what Peter didn’t know: that he would become a pillar of the early church. That centuries later holy sites would be named after him, and children in Sunday school would learn his story. Clearly God’s goodness was big in Peter.

The truth for Peter, and for us, is that we are created in the image of Christ Jesus, the image of the King. As His kids, we are ALL chosen and set apart. We are royalty! However, comparison makes us act like paupers and pretenders, causing us to fall into the abyss of jealousy and rivalry. Each of us has a unique purpose in God’s plan. Just as Peter had a specific role in the early church, we, too, have been uniquely gifted and called by God. 

How does the reminder that we are created in the image of Christ impact your perspective on comparison?