Bible Verses About Comparison

"But let every man prove his own work, and then shall he have rejoicing in himself alone, and not in another."

"For we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise."

"I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well."

"Nay but, O man, who art thou that repliest against God? Shall the thing formed say to him that formed it, Why hast thou made me thus?"

"But now hath God set the members every one of them in the body, as it hath pleased him."

"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end."

"For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work."

"But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart."

"Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ."

"As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God."

What does the Bible say about comparison?

Comparison is one of the most subtle thieves of joy and contentment. The Bible warns against measuring ourselves by others and instead calls us to fix our eyes on God's unique purpose for our lives. Key King James Version passages include Galatians 6:4, 2 Corinthians 10:12, Psalm 139:14. This page collects 10 KJV verses about comparison, each quoted in full.

Why is comparison harmful according to the Bible?

Comparison leads to either pride or despair (2 Corinthians 10:12), fosters envy (James 3:16), and distracts from the unique purpose God has for each person.

How can I stop comparing myself to others?

Focus on God's specific calling for your life (Galatians 6:4), remember you are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14), practice gratitude, and trust God's timing for your journey (Philippians 1:6).