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  • Carl Allen avatar

    Envy

    Contributed by Carl Allen on May 5, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,584 views

    Let’s be honest – it’s in all of us. From the cradle to the grave envy’s in our hearts and you see it come to the surface in the things we think and say.

    Envy Exodus 20:7; Gen. 37 Introduction I want you to imagine two small town grocery store owners; two men who are bitter rivals. Their stores are right across the street from each other, and they spend each day with an eye on each other, keeping track of each other’s business. One gets a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Envy Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 24, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,084 views

    Envy is destructive, & if it is unchecked, it becomes invasive & can even become a dominate emotion. Let's look at this powerful force, this hostile emotion, this destructive enemy through some selected verses in Proverbs

    PROVERBS 23: 17-18 ENVY [Genesis 37:1-11; 30:1- ] Envy is universal or possible in any person. Each of us has experienced the desire to have the achievements, excellences, or possessions of another person that we feel are missing in our life. It is destructive, and if it is unchecked, it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Smith avatar

    Envy Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 8, 2011
     | 6,012 views

    Envy is considered to be the second most deadly sin but it’s known to be the nastiest, ugliest and the meanest of all sins. It is also the most secretive of the 7 Deadly Sins. Many people will admit in public to the sin of sloth or gluttony but envy? Yet

    Envy Galatians 5:13-23 When I served on staff at Rayne Memorial UMC on St. Charles Avenue, a young man named Arthur began attending. Arthur was a nice guy but was different, both in appearance and in personality. Arthur got involved in the young adult ministry I had started at the church and was ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Peter Parry avatar

    Envy

    Contributed by Peter Parry on May 16, 2003
    based on 20 ratings
     | 6,346 views

    For the Christian who wants to overcome the temptation of envy learn to fear the Lord.

    The Christian’s Answer to Envy (Rom.9:14-18; Prov.23:17) Envy has been called the third deadly sin and for good reason. You see its evil consequences everywhere. Envy is defined as “a painful or resentful awareness of an advantage enjoyed by another person that you lack and want….” ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Tyler Edwards avatar

    Envy Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 16, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,444 views

    One of the keys to a Godly life is understanding the nature of sin and the danger it poses in our Spiritual lives.

    7 Deadly Sins Series June 29, 2008 Envy Have you ever wanted something that was not yours? I dont mean just wanted it though. I mean like you really really really wanted it. But more than that. I mean like you wanted what someone else had so much that you actually wished that they didnt ...read more

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    Envy

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 9, 2020
     | 2,147 views

    How do I navigate through the dark roads of hatred…?

    Envy is poisonous! 1 Samuel 18:29” then Saul was even more afraid of David. Thus Saul was David's enemy continually.” As I kept delving into the subject, it is pretty too deep and it is very relevant to our life. I am talking about Saul’s hatred for David, during the initial days , Saul did ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Edward Hardee avatar

    Envy Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 22, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,724 views

    The is a message in the series of the seven deadly sins.

    Disclaimer: Over the years I have been impacted by much reading and study. So there is probably nothing original expect thought and organization. Envy: The Sin of the Heart What happened here, what made Cain the first child born into the world kill his brother. Well let us look at it. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Aneel Aranha avatar

    Envy Series

    Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Jan 20, 2021
     | 2,773 views

    Proverbs 4:30 says "A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones”. What's the condition of our bones?

    History tells of a statue that was erected to Theogenes, a celebrated victor in the Greek public games. The erection of this statue so excited the envious hatred of one of his rivals that he went every night and strove to throw the statue over by repeated blows. Ultimately he succeeded, but alas, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Rivalry (Psalm 2) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 14, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,706 views

    In this expository, alliterated sermon, Psalm 2 publicizes a great rivalry between God and his enemies which includes a Serious Rebellion, a Sovereign Reaction, and a Safe Refuge. Custom PowerPoint is available if you e-mail me.

    The Rivalry Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/26/12 I’ll never forget watching the 1991 NBA Finals. It was billed as one of the greatest matchups in NBA history. It was dubbed “Manifest Destiny: Magic vs. Michael” by the Chicago Tribune and called “The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Serious Sibling Rivalry! Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 15, 2023
     | 977 views

    Based on Genesis 37:12-36 - Challenges hearers to deal with bitterness in their lives.

    “SERIOUS SIBLING RIVALRY!” Gen. 37:12-36 FBCF – 5/14/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – https://www.sermoncentral.com/church-media-preaching-sermons/sermon-video-illustrations/rebuilding-3803-detail Ephesians 4:31 commands us to, “Get rid of all bitterness.” Why? - It’s poison in our relationships. - It’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Evils Of Envy

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001
    based on 17 ratings
     | 2,132 views

    Evils of Envy

    Unit 3 Lesson 6 – The First Child’s Sin – Genesis 4:1-26 For The Teacher’s Preparation 1. Aim: To lead the people to know the difference between hypocritical and acceptable gifts to God so they can give with a wholesome attitude. 2. Explanation of the Aim: One’s motives are very important when ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Envy Is Evil

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001
    based on 7 ratings
     | 1,941 views

    The evils of envy that lead to self-destructive habits

    Unit 3 Lesson 6 – The First Child’s Sin – Genesis 4:1-26 For The Teacher’s Preparation 1. Aim: To lead the people to know the difference between hypocritical and acceptable gifts to God so they can give with a wholesome attitude. 2. Explanation of the Aim: One’s motives are very important when ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael Martin avatar

    The Evil Of Envy

    Contributed by Michael Martin on Apr 8, 2006
    based on 20 ratings
     | 7,885 views

    Describes the Evil of Envy

    (Mark 15:6-14) "For he knew that the chief priests had delivered him for envy." When Jesus was before Pilate; Pilate tried several times to release Jesus. One of his attempts was to grant an old Roman edict, that would allow a prisoner to be released at the Passover. So Pilate offered to release ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Envy Trap Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 10, 2002
    based on 146 ratings
     | 18,749 views

    God tells us that godliness with contentment is great gain. But there is one trait that gnaws at the heart of many Christians that can deprive them of that contentedness. What is it, and how can we defend against it?

    TEXT: I Timothy 6:3-10 TITLE: The Envy Trap OPEN: How many of you have heard of the tooth fairy? (The question met with a little laughter as everyone raised their hands). I read a story not so long ago about a woman whose 2nd grader had collected a fair amount of money from the "tooth fairy." ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Lust And Envy Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,678 views

    We are taught to cover up. We use Tide Sticks, plastic surgery, and White-Out. However, God always seems to call our dirt into the light! This revealing series challenges us to expose the filth in our lives.

    “Dirt” Part 2 – Lust & Envy I. Introduction How did your homework go? I have heard some say that it was painful. Just shows us that the dirt is there and that it doesn’t want to go away easily. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons predicts: • 17% of Americans will have had cosmetic surgery ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal