Coaches Corner by Ellie West: Comparison Cage

One of the deepest needs of people is to be valued and appreciated. Charles Schwab says, “The way to develop the best that is in a person is by appreciation and encouragement.” When someone encourages, values, or congratulates you on a job well done, it lifts your spirit and builds confidence.

I can only imagine what it must have been like for James - Jesus’ younger brother. Can you even fathom how difficult that must have been for James? His older brother was perfect in every sense of the word. I would think James would have been envious and somewhat jealous of his older brother. But James ha...