Read James 3:14-18
In yesterday's reading we talked about how deadly our tongues can be. It gave the example of how a fig tree can't bear olive berries, and a fountain can't yield salt and fresh water. So if we are truly walking with God and have committed ourselves to him we shouldn't speak curses and hateful things. It all stems from our heart. If we have envy and hate in our hearts we shouldn't lie about it. We should face it, repent, and do some house cleaning. The wisdom that makes us want to get back at someone, or want what they have is not God's wisdom but the Devil's. We know because envy and strife leads to confusion and sin. God's wisdom is pure, peaceable, gentle, compliant, merciful, and full of the fruit of the Spirit. It is impartial and sincere. If we scatter seeds of peace we will reap righteousness and peace. That is so much better than bitterness and strife.
Lord, let us walk in humility and forgiveness.
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