Jealousy serves many purposes, and most are basically
negative. It's possible that every person will stoop to jealousy. The reason is
that no one's self-esteem is perfect, so self-esteem parallels the degree of jealousy
felt and acted upon. Cain killed his brother Abel because Abel’s offering was
acceptable to God, while his was rejected.
If
Cain's self-esteem had been healthier, perhaps he could have asked his brother
to help him understand what he needed to do to make himself acceptable to God. Jealousy
is dangerous because it can set you on a course of behavior that is irreversible.
When objectivity is lost, a person is at the mercy of raw instincts and
emotions.
In
a fit of jealousy Rachel lost her objectivity and blamed Jacob because she was unable
to become pregnant, which hurt and angered Jacob. Think clearly about jealousy’s
demands and release those demands to the Lord God. Do it until you are released
from jealousy. You will feel at peace with God, yourself and others.
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