Sinister
“Neutralizing Envy”
1 Samuel 18-19

7 Deadly Sins
	Envy, Gluttony, Wrath, Lust, Greed, Sloth, Pride

Engaging in any of these will cause us to forfeit our joy!

“Restore to me the joy of Your salvation…” - Psalm 51:12

Envy
	Grieves at the happiness of others
	Upset over others’ wealth
	Cheers when others stumble
	Spiteful toward those who succeed

“A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.” - Proverbs 14:30

“Wrath is cruel; anger is overwhelming. But who can stand before envy?” - Proverbs 27:4

“For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice.” - James 3:16

Why is envy deadly?
	Jealousy - is what we do not have
	Covetousness - is wanting what someone has
	Envy - is angry that someone else has it

1 Samuel 18-19

Causes of Envy
	Comparison
	Criticizing
	Complaining
	Ungratefulness
	Inability to share

The harder we try to compete, the more deeply we crave the joy of another, and the more it eludes us!

How do we neutralize it?
	Admit it and choose to get rid of it
	Accept what blessings God has given you
	List things that you are grateful for
	Learn the joy of generosity
	Invite Jesus into your disappointments
	Review the goodness of God’s love