Don’t envy sinners!

Proverbs 23:17 ESV Let not your heart envy sinners, but continue in the fear of the Lord all the day. Breakdown Envy, a sinner, is clear evidence of a desire deep inside our hearts that hasn't been uprooted. Ultimately, we live for an audience of One. God is the only One who is worthy of our affection and allegiance. When we compare ourselves with others, we quickly become consumed with pride or envy, and our passion for Christ quickly fades. As our hearts grasp the wonder, the majesty, and the mystery of knowing and following Christ, we realize that nothing else compares to Him. As long as we live in this world, the choice to focus on Him is never easy. But the focus is the product of habit, and we can develop the habit of letting our minds and hearts soak up the riches of God instead of comparing the capital of this world. Definition of Envy A feeling of discontented or resentful longing aroused by someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck. Today's Devotional To envy what a sinner has shows immaturity in your faith. A faithful follower of Christ knows the wages of sin our death. It's s also a spit in the father's face for all he's saved us from for us to be still dwelling on things of this world. Our focus should remain on christ as we seek him daily. Submitting to the father's will is the only way not to lose focus. When you still have an appetite for sin, you'll never be content with what you possess.