Torpedoed? Unlike other emotions anchored in anger, jealousy has an insidious side to it. When we put our hand on the jealousy trigger, we’re unleashing the “silent” killer. This is the one that slips out of us like a skimming torpedo. Jealousy gives us opportunity to observe and partake in the feast of anger prior to its impact like no other emotion.
Think about it. Most of us will feel remorse for having uttered a bitter word when confronted with a frustrating relationship. However, when we employ jealousy, we’ve reached for the ultimate weapon.
God’s Word tells us: (Jonah became angry … “I knew that you are a gracious and compassionate God … a God who relents from sending calamity. Now, Lord, take away my life, for it is better for me to die than to live” (Jonah 4: 1-11).
Next time, when the urge to launch that jealousy “torpedo” hits, try taking a serious look through the periscope of faith at the child of God who is your target. Jesus loves them as much as He loves you. Take your finger off the trigger and enjoy life, while you still have the time.
“I pray today in Jesus name that when we look at others with contempt because we are jealous of their lot in life, we stop and take our hands off the trigger of resentment and learn to love instead of envy.” Amen!”
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own” (Matthew 6:34) www.thispassingday.com
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