Why do we follow celebrities so closely? Do we expect some of their charm, good looks, riches, or good fortune to rub off onto us? Do we imagine ourselves in their place? Do we compare ourselves to them and think that we deserve what they have?
Why do we admire celebrities? Is what they possess really what we want or should desire? Are they even really happy or satisfied? I am sure that many celebrities are happy, but I don’t see many that appear satisfied. They always seem to want more attention, achievement, money, etc.
We need to be careful who we admire and why. III John verse 11 says, “Beloved, do not imitate evil but imitate good. Whoever does good is from God; whoever does evil has not seen God. ” Don’t admire celebrities for what they have, but rather consider those who do good works.
Reluctant Retiree 