Jealousy--a monster

If you haven't read "The Green-Eyed Monster," a Berenstain Bears book, get to your library asap. It's a children's book, a fun read, and makes sense... like all Berenstain books.

Jealousy existed since Eve took the bite from the apple. Cain killed his brother, Abel, because he was jealous of his brother's sacrifice before God.

Some believe there are really only two emotions: fear and love. If this is so, we know without much thought under which category jealousy falls. Insecurity, anxiety, anger, resentment, and bitterness all rush in to create a not-so-nice you: a monster or, at least, a potential one.

We've all experienced it whether it be a relationship issue, ownership issue, or position desired. Jealousy Monster rears its ugly head often and at times that even surprise us. How do we rid ourselves of it? .... by remembering that we were each uniquely created in His image, redeemed by His blood, and with a purpose He has planned for each of us.


...God has saved us and called us to a holy life--not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace.        2 Timothy 1:9

... it's the season of gifts and giving.

Don't compare what you have or what you may get.

Your honor comes from God.