The Jones's or Christ?
Q: I know life doesn't always go in our ways. I left my HS friends and now I'm all alone. I am too embarrassed for them to see me, because some have their car some have their own houses and some even have a relationship. I see them and it hurts. In a Christian perspective. How can I manage this? A: Depending on your age, you mightve heard of something called "Keeping up with the Jones's", its basically 'coveting and wasting money' to keep up with what others have that you desire to have too. It is a sinful minded mentality. So, in this area, it seems you are focused on the temporary things of this world and your heart and eyes are not on Jesus. It is possible you are a new believer or one who hasnt grown in understanding about a godly righteous life that follows Christ. Scripture says things like life is but a vapor, old things pass away, we are new creations, we live in the world but not of it. Do not desire what others have, follow Jesus. God provide...