#1119: Sibling Rivalry

Tim Allen once said, “Do you know what causes sibling rivalry? Having more than one kid."

Worldly speaking, this is true. And funny. However, from a biblical perspective, the cause of sibling rivalry can reside in an “only child” household, too, for the ultimate cause is our sinful nature. The selfish cries of “Mine!” can manifest themselves in the presence of friends or relatives just the same.

Jesus taught us that the entire Law of God can be summed up in two steps: Love the Lord your God with all your heart, mind, soul, and strength, and Love your neighbor as yourself.* Who’s closer to being a neighbor than a sibling?

For when we teach our boys to have the heart of our Savior, siblings become more than mere flesh and blood with whom to compete.

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