God made and owns everything. He is envious of no one.

He is jealous over His glory, His name, and the worship and honor due Him, Exo 20:5. 

Nahum introduces us to a jealous God who is angry at sin, Nah 1:2, while also caring for His people, Nah 1:7. 

  • Jealousy is a sin if it means being envious of what others have and wanting to possess it. 
  • Jealousy is a virtue if it means cherishing what we have and wanting to protect it. 
  • Are you jealous over the right things and for the right motive? 
    • Do you confront sin? 
    • Is your motive to stay true to God’s Word? 
    • Do you care for people? 

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