“Everything appears perfect” is not the same as “everything is perfect.”

Appearances can be deceiving – especially those shown to us online through social media.

One thing I am convinced of after all my years of ministry is that nothing is as it appears. People are struggling, relationships are a mess, and sin is still ruining people’s lives. No matter how good people make things seem.

Be careful not to compare your reality to someone else’s pictures. It will lead you down a rabbit hole of anxiety, depression, bankruptcy, guilt, sadness, loneliness, and shame.

Everyone has issues on the other side of the camera. Everyone.