"Since we live by The Spirit, let us keep in step with The Spirit. Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying each other." Galatians 5:25-26 (NIV)
In his letter to the believers in The Church at Galatia, the Apostle Paul told them that since The Holy Spirit of God was within them, that they should obey The Word of God and keep His commandments. He also told them that they should not be jealous or envious of one another, or be conceited and self-centered.
When we are envious of that which others have, it suggests that we are dissatisfied with that which The Lord God has blessed us with. It suggests that we are ungrateful or greedy. Being greedy can lead to sinful thoughts and actions. (Proverbs 1:19) We should not envy sinners or one another. (Proverbs 23:17 and Galatians 5:26) The Lord God will deal with those who enjoy ill-gotten gains. (Psalms 37:1-2) Envy is one of the sins of those with a reprobate mind. (Romans 1:29) Envy will destroy us, it will eat up that which is inside of us. (Proverbs 14:30) We, who are called by His name, should have faith in Him and obey His Holy Word. (Exodus 20:17 and Romans 13:9) We should not be envious of that which others have, but we should rejoice with them that they have been blessed. (Romans 12:15) We live by The Spirit and we should exhibit the Christ-like qualities of The Spirit of God. (Galatians 5:22-23) Since we live by The Spirit of God, let us walk with The Spirit of God. (Galatians 5:25)
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