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Introductory Thoughts

Introductory Thoughts. Dictionary.com definition of envy a feeling of discontent or covetousness with regard to another's advantages, success, possessions, etc The basic nature of envy is being jealous of the blessings that God has bestowed upon others Let ’ s look at envy tonight.

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Introductory Thoughts

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  1. Introductory Thoughts Dictionary.com definition of envy a feeling of discontent or covetousness with regard to another's advantages, success, possessions, etc The basic nature of envy is being jealous of the blessings that God has bestowed upon others Let’s look at envy tonight.

  2. Where Envy Leads Disgrace – Proverbs 3:31-35 Anger – Proverbs 6:34-35 Rottenness – Proverbs 14:30 Ignorance – Proverbs 23:17-18

  3. Where Envy Leads Poor Decision Making – Proverbs 24:1-2 Jealousy – Proverbs 24:19-20 Destruction – Proverbs 27:4

  4. Overcoming Envy The opposing virtue that can defeat envy is love. Proven by Scripture Deuteronomy 11:13-15 – Psalm 86:15 Ecclesiastes 9:6-7 – John 15:12 Romans 5:8 – Romans 8:28 – 1 Corinthians 13:4

  5. Concluding Thoughts Why do we allow envy to consume us? Why would we covet what we have not earned? Why would we not want to change after seeing that God hates this sin?

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