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1. Cain and Abel: The First Instance of Jealousy. One of the earliest examples of jealousy in the Bible occurs in the story of Cain and Abel (Genesis 4:1-16). Cain, the firstborn son of Adam and Eve, was a farmer, while his brother Abel was a shepherd. Both brothers brought offerings to God; Abel’s offering of a lamb was accepted, while Cain ...
Explore the stirring tales of envy with key examples of jealousy in the Bible that offer valuable lessons on human nature and divine grace.
Being jealous is not always wrong because God is a jealous God (Ex 20:5) that despises worship of other gods and so Paul wrote, “I feel a divine jealousy for you, since I betrothed you to one husband, to present you as a pure virgin to Christ” (2nd Cor 11:2).
10 Φεβ 2020 · God’s jealous pursuit of his own glory and fame is the most loving thing he could ever do for you. God’s jealous passion for the undivided loyalty and praise of your heart is the preeminent expression of his love for sinful men and women like you and me.
It is not surprising that jealousy is so prevalent in man. Natural man is self-centered, and resists anything that subtracts from his own pleasure or aggrandizement. Because of his finiteness he is also insecure, and is therefore threatened by anything competitive with him.
23 Ιουλ 2023 · In this article, we will delve into the concept of jealousy as presented in the Bible, explore the role of jealousy in biblical narratives, examine its effects on relationships, and uncover the lessons provided by scripture on how to deal with and overcome jealousy.
As 1 Corinthians 3:3 reminds us, jealousy is rooted in human nature and serves as a sign of spiritual immaturity. Join us as we delve into the biblical teachings about jealousy and explore the lessons it offers for our spiritual journey.
