Envy, one of the seven deadly sins, is often described as the desire for others' traits, status, abilities, or situation. The Bible addresses envy in various passages, offering wisdom on its destructive nature and guidance on overcoming it.

Proverbs 14:30 (KJV) states, "A sound heart is the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones," illustrating how envy can deteriorate one's well-being.

James 3:16 (KJV) adds, "For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work," highlighting envy as a source of chaos and immoral deeds.

The essence of love, as described in 1 Corinthians 13:4 (KJV), includes, "Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up." This verse emphasizes that true love is devoid of envy.

Galatians 5:26 (KJV) warns, "Let us not be desirous of vain glory, provoking one another, envying one another."

Proverbs 23:17 (KJV) counsels, "Let not thine heart envy sinners: but be thou in the fear of the Lord all the day long."

Psalm 37:1 (KJV) advises, "Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity."

Lastly, 1 Peter 2:1 (KJV) urges believers to lay aside "all malice, and all guile, and hypocrisies, and envies, and all evil speakings."

These verses collectively offer a roadmap to recognizing, understanding, and overcoming envy in our spiritual journey. Join us as we delve into these teachings and learn how to cultivate a heart free from envy.

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