489. Psalm 73: The Spiritual Insanity of Envy | Paul Tripp's 5-Minute Bible Study
Dec 4, 2023
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Explore the spiritual insanity of envy in Psalm 73 and how it distorts our vision and leads us to doubt God's goodness. Learn about the destructive nature of comparison and the importance of viewing life from an eternal perspective.
Envy distorts one's vision, causing a focus on what others have rather than being grateful for what God has provided.
Psalm 73 highlights the importance of gaining perspective by looking at life from the vantage point of eternity, reminding us to appreciate what God has given and trust in His goodness.
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The spiritual insanity of envy
Psalm 73 warns against the spiritual insanity of envy. Envy distorts one's vision, causing a focus on what others have rather than being grateful for what God has provided. The psalmist questions the goodness of God as he sees the prosperity of the wicked. However, the psalm reminds us that comparing our lives to others leads to an embittered heart and overlooks God's grace.
The importance of perspective
Psalm 73 highlights the importance of gaining perspective by looking at life from the vantage point of eternity. When we consider the fleeting nature of worldly wealth and pleasure, the psalm reminds us that they are like a dream, easily vaporized. Instead of keeping score and allowing envy to doubt God's goodness, we should focus on appreciating what God has graciously given us and building our confidence in His goodness without comparing ourselves to others.
Today we’ll open our Bibles to Psalm 73 where Paul warns us of the spiritual insanity of envy. To hear more of these bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/Psalms.
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