John Crist hysterically calls out overdramatic biblical comparisons. The popular funnyman roasts people who state how their problems and situations are like those experienced by biblical figures who were persecuted, imprisoned and murdered. Watch the short and hilarious clip to listen to John shine a light on people who tend to exaggerate their problems.
No ones life is perfect; most are likely far from it. We live in a fallen, broken and hurting world that has been destroyed and ruined by sin. Because of sins pervasive presence in our world, we all have problems and daily struggles some much bigger than others.
Unfortunately, we will all experience deep, dark and painful valleys. However, for the most part, people in the United States of America are incredibly blessed, especially considering what some people in other countries face and experience. That is also true when it comes to what many people in the Bible faced, particularly those who were imprisoned, persecuted and even killed for their faith. Its doubtful well ever be treated like Paul, Job or Joseph. Despite that, people will still compare their problems to those of biblical figures who suffered greatly.
In a clip posted on YouTube, John calls out people who believe, for whatever reason, that their typical, everyday issues can in any way be compared to those of people in the Bible. He specifically mentions his sister, her complaint about her coffee order and her cringeworthy comparison to Job.
Please, like, read the Bible for inspiration and encouragement, he said. Like, let it guide your life, absolutely. But dont, just dont compare yourself to people in the Bible because were not like them, Ok? Its different, Ok?
He adds how his sister reacted when her coffee order was messed up.
My sister was like, John, you would not believe this. I went to Starbucks the other day, and my order was wrong, and I didnt realize it until I got to the office. Now, I just know, I understand what Job was going through.
Later in the clip, he points out how his sister chose an odd Bible verse to display in her brand-new, custom-built home.
Job 8:21 The time will come when your mouth will be full of laughing, and cries of joy will come from your lips.