Keeping Up With The Jone's

Wherever there is jealousy and selfish ambition, there is disorder and everything that is evil. (James 3:16 CEB)

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Jealousy is a huge stumbling block in many of our lives.  Desiring to have what others have leads to vicious cycle of disappointment and bitterness.  This is why we must be careful not to get caught up in the hype of attaining "things" .  Before you know it you'll begin to purchase things beyond your means, get involved in pointless relationships just for the sake of being in a relationship or even make  business moves for projects that you haven't thought through. We must not overlook the fact that where you are in your life right now is a important  part of your  story.  

God has already supplemented you with everything that you need for where you are now; so when that " I have to have" mentality fills your thoughts take a moment to really think of how God has always met your needs, don't lose sight of the grace that covers you everyday.  You'll  notice that when you begin to list all of the instances where God has come through for you , saved you from the things that thought you wanted   you cannot help but be grateful . So take this moment and  thank God for right now, choose to live life with an attitude of gratefulness  and when the time come for God to move you to the next level you'll have the wisdom and humility to appreciate it more. 


Love,