Proverbs 27:4 NKJV

[4] Wrath is cruel and anger a torrent, but who is able to stand before jealousy?

Just recently, a Bay county man won the Florida lottery on a one million dollar scratch-off. I'd be lying if I said part of me didn't wish for that kind of windfall. I even talked through what it would look like; paying off debts, tithes, and completing all of the lingering home projects left undone. I didn't waste too much time wishing because I could feel myself trading gratefulness for jealousy.

You see, I may never get to experience that level of financial freedom, but I have an overabundance of unmerited favor. I have an opportunity to provide for my family with a job I enjoy. I get to wake up each day and make a difference. I get to be a blessing for my family and others who need my help. We don't lack for anything. Losing sight of these things because of jealousy or covetousness would be disrespectful to God for all He has done for me. I'll choose gratitude.