I want to let you in on a cool little resource. I went to the New Living Translation Website and signed up for a daily scripture devotional. It is one of the things I look forward to every day. God has used it many times to bring the “healing word” or a timely word of encouragement. It’s almost scary. Plus… the writers only write a couple of sentences to give you a focus to meditate or pray on.
Today’s text was especially reassuring…
A relaxed attitude lengthens life; jealousy rots it away. Proverbs 14:30
If life hasn’t treated us fairly, we may think we have a right to be jealous of others, especially those who have more than we think they deserve. But jealousy only robs us of our inner peace. Be good to yourself–say no to jealousy and yes to contentment