I Was ENVIOUS. Now I’m Not.

“Then I observed that most people are motivated to success because they envy their neighbors. But this, too, is meaningless—like chasing the wind.” Ecclesiastes 4:4

All of us struggle with ENVY!

Envy has a negative impact on our RELATIONSHIPS

“For we ourselves were once foolish, disobedient, led astray, slaves to various passions and pleasures, passing our days in malice and envy, hated by others and hating one another.” Titus 3:3

“For he knew that it was out of envy that they had delivered him up.” Matthew 27:18

“Both riches and honor come from you, and you rule over all. In your hand are power and might, and in your hand it is to make great and to give strength to all.” 1 Chronicles 29:12

How can we LIVE beyond envy?

Discover CONTENTMENT

“…I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content.” Philippians 4:11a

CELEBRATE with Others

“‘And bring the fattened calf and kill it, and let us eat and celebrate. For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found.’ And they began to celebrate.” Luke 15:23 - 24

Give THANKS

“I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart; I will recount all of your wonderful deeds.” Psalm 9:1

Questions for Reflection…

How much exhaustion am I experiencing because I’m comparing myself to others?

Is there anyone I would secretly enjoy seeing fail? How can I begin to celebrate with them?

What can I thank God for today in my life?