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Meditation

In this proverb we see the envy on display. Envy, that green-eyed monster, can sneak into our lives, making us want what others have. Social media, with its endless stream of perfect moments, fuels envy by showcasing people's highlights. We see friends on amazing trips, acquaintances with cool stuff, and colleagues achieving their goals, which can make us feel like we're missing out.

Envy can be a destructive emotion, making us resentful of others' happiness. Seeing someone else's success or joy may trigger feelings of inadequacy, causing us to begrudge their achievements. It's crucial to focus on our own journey, fostering gratitude and self-compassion, instead of getting consumed by envy.

Social media and envy, when left unchecked, can lead to depression. As we constantly compare ourselves to others and desire what they have, feelings of inadequacy and discontentment grow. This emotional strain can result in a downward spiral, negatively impacting our mental health. It's vital to counteract envy with gratitude and self-appreciation.

However, there's hope. Tim Keller, a well-known Christian pastor and author, offers insight on how to fight envy. He believes that gospel-humility and gratitude are the key to overcoming envy. Gospel humility is about understanding our worth through God's love and grace, which helps free us from constantly comparing ourselves to others. Gratitude helps us appreciate the blessings we already have.

The antidote to envy, as this proverb says, is our future hope. This future hope, , is not just about life after death, but also about the restoration and renewal of all things in God's kingdom. By practicing thankfulness, we can combat negative emotions such as envy, resentment, and discontentment. Gratitude shifts our focus from what we lack to the blessings we already possess, promoting a more positive and contented mindset.

Prayer

Lord, help us fight envy with gratitude because you have given everything to us by your grace. We don’t deserve it.

Application question

How can you fight envy with gratitude today?

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