Category Archives: envy

malicious mindsets

Posted on February 3, 2024 by Jefferson Vann

20240203 malicious mindsets James 3:13-18 (JDV) James 3:13 Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his good behavior his results, with the humility of wisdom.James 3:14 But if you have bitter envy and selfish ambition in … Continue reading →

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cautious feet

Posted on March 18, 2022 by Jefferson Vann

cautious feet Psalm 73:1-3 (JDV) Psalm 73:11 God is indeed good to Israel, to the pure in heart. Psalm 73:2 But as for me, my feet almost slipped; my steps nearly went astray. Psalm 73:3 You see, I envied the … Continue reading →

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rotten residue

Posted on July 29, 2020 by Jefferson Vann

rotten residue Acts 8:4-25 (JDV) Acts 8:4 So those who were scattered went on their way preaching the word. Acts 8:5 Philip went down to a city in Samaria and proclaimed the Messiah to them. Acts 8:6 The crowds were … Continue reading →

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an insult sandwich

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Jefferson Vann

Galatians 5:19-21 (JDV) Galatians 5:19 Now the achievements of the flesh are obvious: whatever results in sexual immorality, moral impurity, promiscuity, Galatians 5:20 idolatry, alternative spiritual experiences,1 hostilities, strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, selfish passions, dissensions, heretical cults,2 Galatians 5:21 … Continue reading →

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all consuming desires

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Proverbs 23-24 These proverbs highlight a number of desires that might become all-consuming.  The message is to seek wisdom so that your desires do not destroy you. Be passionate about doing the right thing, and let the LORD take care … Continue reading →

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the blindness of envy

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Esther 5 Haman had many accolades. He admitted that himself.  But he could see nothing but his envy of Mordecai.  When his wife and friends suggested that he have a gallows made upon which to kill Mordecai, he could not … Continue reading →

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a dismal day

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Jefferson Vann

1 Samuel 31 The leader chosen by the Israelite people dies a shameful death, loses all his fighting men, his sons, his armor bearer, and his bases camps.  The body of one who was expected to rescue the people from … Continue reading →

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