Fret Not

Scripture Do not fret because of evildoers, be not envious toward doers of unrighteousness. For they will wither quickly like the grass and fade like the green herb. ~Psalm 37:1-2, LSB Quote God places a premium on human free will and because that will often opts for self-will and evil, the world as we know…

The Thief and The Tyrant

Scripture Do not fret because of evildoers; Do not be jealous of the wicked. For there will be no future for the evil one; The lamp of the wicked will go out. ~Proverbs 24:19-20, LSB Quote Jealously begins with full hands; it is fueled by the fear of loss. Envy begins with empty hands, lamenting what it does…

Joy When Others Prosper

Scripture Fill my heart with joy when their grain and new wine abound. ~Psalm 4:7, NIV Quote God’s answer to every human problem is Jesus. ~Ya’akov David noticed the same thing that you and I witness: sometimes the wicked prosper while the faithful have problems. When idol worshiping pagans fair better in the market place…

The Green Eyed Monster

Scripture Anger is cruel, and wrath is like a flood, but jealousy is even more dangerous. ~Proverbs 27:4, NLT Quote When we adopt the humanistic mold of the world, we doom ourselves to a life characterized by jealousy, envy and greed. Even our charitable deeds are tainted with a selfish motive. ~Max Anders The sins…