Envy

September 22nd – 1 Corinthians 10:13

Week 4 – Wisdom Against Temptation (1 Corinthians 10:13)

Every day, we face countless temptations. Everything from the subtle pull of envy, to the louder call of anger or greed. It’s a constant battle because temptation comes at us in many directions. Whether it’s from social media,  television or movies, relationships, or even in our own thoughts, the pull of sin is strong. But the apostle Paul reminds us of a powerful truth. God is faithful. He won’t allow us to be tempted beyond what we can bear, and He always provides a way out. This gives us hope and confidence that no matter the temptation, we are not fighting alone. That’s why God equips us with wisdom to recognize temptation when it sneaks into our lives, helping us avoid it before it leads us down a destructive path. The wisdom He provides guides us to make better choices and to steer clear of situations that could lead us to sin. When we rely on God’s wisdom and strength, we can overcome temptation and live in a way that honors Him, knowing we have His support in every battle.

Questions For Reflection

  1. How can we become more aware of the moments when we’re being tempted and rely on God’s strength to overcome them?
  1. In what ways can we use the wisdom God provides to avoid situations where we’re most vulnerable to temptation?

God always provides a way out. Trust Him to guide you through every challenge. 🙏🏻❤️

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July 3rd – Proverbs 23:17

Proverbs 23:17

Do not let your heart envy sinners, but live in the fear of the Lord always. Surely there is a future.”

In the world we live wealth, fame, and power are celebrated above all else. Our televisions, magazines, and Internet are all inundated with images and stories of the rich and famous. We see their seemingly perfect lives and think they have it all. And we’re filled with envy. We wonder why that can’t be us. Easily we buy into Satan’s lie that God is holding out on us. Keeping us from all the wonderful things the world offers. And we think that if we only had what they had our lives would be easier and we’d be happier. But Satan is the father of lies. Material things may fill our lives but can never fill our hearts, nor provide the comfort of resting in the eternal promises of Jesus. That’s why we can trust God. He sees from beginning to end. And He knows that although things may look and feel good to us, in actuality they lead us to perish. God is the One who truly loves us, and so He calls us away things He knows aren’t good for us. For only in Him alone can all worthy things be found, and abiding in Him is where the true treasure lies.

 

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August 11th – 1Corinthians 13:4-5

1 Corinthians 13:4-5

Loving one another doesn’t always come easy. And some days, it doesn’t come at all. And although no one can love as unconditionally and perfectly like Jesus, still we are called to love like Him just the same. But what is Christlike love? Contrary to popular culture, it isn’t butterflies in the stomach, or a sappy song on the radio. Genuine, Christlike love isn’t found in a feeling. Rather it’s found in the way we treat others. Each time we show patience, kindness, and goodness to another, we are loving them the way Jesus does. Christlike love isn’t envious of another’s blessings or based in arrogance and pride. It doesn’t intentionally hurt others, nor keep a scorecard of another’s past mistakes. Instead it demonstrates it’s deep love for God by obediently loving others not in words, but in godly deeds.

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Don’t Let Your Heart Envy Sinners – Proverbs 23

Proverbs 23

In the world we live today wealth is celebrated above all else. Our televisions, magazines, and Internet are all inundated with images and stories of the rich and famous. We see their seemingly perfect lives and can’t help thinking that they have it all.  …

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Where Your Treasure Is So Is Your Heart – Luke 12 

Luke 12 

Chapter 12 of Luke begins with thousands of people gathered together to hear the teachings of Jesus and to witness His miracles. There are so many people, that they are literally stepping over each other to reach Him. And in the chaos Jesus warns the disciples of the “leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy.” (v. 1) …

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Counting Others Blessings Instead Of Your Own – Galatians 5: 13-26

Galatians 5:13-26

In the world we live today, wealth is celebrated above all else. Our televisions, magazines, and internet are all inundated with images and stories of the rich and famous. It’s no wonder that when we see their seemingly perfect lives posted all over social media, we feel the twinge of jealousy, wanting what they have.  …

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