Psalms 37:1
Psalms 37:1
Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.
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Envying the wicked or fretting over their success can be a dangerous temptation for believers. This verse calls us to rise above these emotions, reminding us that God’s judgment is fair, and those who live in wickedness will ultimately face His consequences. We are instructed not to let jealousy consume us, for the prosperity of evildoers is temporary and deceptive. Instead, we are to focus on peace and righteousness, trusting in God’s perfect plan. Peace comes when we release the desire for comparison, choosing to focus on our own paths and trusting that God is in control. In times when envy might rise, we are encouraged to remember that the wisdom of God will guide us toward a life marked by righteousness and tranquility, while fretting over the success of evildoers only leads to confusion and turmoil.
Psalms 73:3
For I was envious at the foolish, when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.
James 3:16
For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work.
Proverbs 3:31
Envy thou not the oppressor, and choose none of his ways.
1 Samuel 18:15
When the women came out to play, they sang and danced, and said,.