The Word of God reminds us that this world is not our permanent home. Hebrews 13:14 declares, “For here we have no continuing city, but we seek one to come.” As Christians, our identity is not rooted in this present age, but in the eternal kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are pilgrims passing through, ambassadors for Christ in a foreign land (2 Corinthians 5:20).
Because we are strangers here, we must not grow too comfortable with the systems of this world. We are called to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the One who purchased our salvation and commissioned us to proclaim it to others before He ascended into heaven.
The Great Commission: Our Highest Calling
Before leaving this earth, Jesus gave His disciples a command that echoes through time and still rests upon us today. In Matthew 28:19–20 He said:
“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”
The heartbeat of heaven is the salvation of souls. Everything else fades in comparison. Jesus came “to seek and to save that which was lost” (Luke 19:10), and He entrusted that mission to us. The apostles obeyed, the early church multiplied, and despite persecution, imprisonment, and death, the gospel spread like wildfire across the Roman empire.
Now the baton is in our hands. In this late hour of history, the urgency of the Great Commission has never been greater. Souls hang in the balance. Eternity is at stake. And time is running short.
The Antichrist Spirit in the World
The Bible warns us that in the last days a spirit of antichrist would rise to oppose Christ and His followers. 1 John 2:18 says: “Little children, it is the last hour; and as you have heard that the Antichrist is coming, even now many antichrists have come.”
This spirit is subtle but powerful. It:
Lies and deceives, just as Satan did in the Garden of Eden.
Twists truth to make Christians look foolish, weak, or intolerant.
Pushes culture toward lawlessness, rebellion, and hatred of God.
We see this everywhere today—universities indoctrinating students against biblical truth, media mocking Christians, governments passing laws that punish righteousness and reward wickedness. Isaiah 5:20 foresaw these days: “Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil; who put darkness for light, and light for darkness.”
This spirit is not just a political movement or cultural shift—it is spiritual warfare. Behind the ideologies of secularism, atheism, radical gender confusion, and militant hostility toward Christianity lies the antichrist spirit preparing the world for the final Antichrist to come.
Persecution: A Mark of True Faith
Jesus never promised His followers comfort or popularity. Instead, He warned us:
“You will be hated by all for My name’s sake” (Matthew 10:22).
“If they persecuted Me, they will also persecute you” (John 15:20).
“All who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution” (2 Timothy 3:12).
Persecution is not a sign that we have failed, but a sign that we are truly following Christ. The world loves its own, but it cannot tolerate the truth of the gospel because it exposes sin and calls for repentance.
We must prepare our hearts. We will be mocked. We may be censored, canceled, or even physically attacked. Yet every hardship for the sake of Christ is worth it, because our reward is not in this life but in the one to come. Jesus promised in Matthew 5:11–12: “Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you… Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven.”
Modern Example: Boldness on the College Campus
One powerful modern example of standing for truth in the face of opposition is Charlie Kirk. On today’s college campuses, students are bombarded daily with an antichrist agenda. Professors and peers often push ideologies designed to dismantle biblical morality, mock Christianity, and replace faith with secular humanism.
Yet Charlie has devoted his life to reaching these students with the gospel and with truth. He has faced hostility, slander, and intense pressure to back down. But he has pressed on because he knows the stakes: the eternal souls of young people are being shaped right now for Christ or for destruction.
Like Paul before the Athenians (Acts 17), Charlie steps into hostile territory with courage. He waves the banner of truth in the midst of deception. His example reminds us that the gospel is not meant to be hidden in safe corners, but proclaimed boldly in the very places Satan seeks to dominate.
If he can face angry crowds on hostile campuses, we too can stand strong in our own communities, workplaces, families, and churches.
The End Times: What God’s Word Says
Scripture is clear: time is short. The signs of the end are increasing all around us. Jesus described them in Matthew 24, Mark 13, and Luke 21:
Wars and rumors of wars
Famines and earthquakes in various places
Lawlessness increasing
Love of many growing cold
False prophets deceiving many
Gospel preached to all nations before the end
Paul added in 2 Timothy 3:1–5 that “in the last days perilous times will come.” He described people as lovers of themselves, lovers of money, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unholy, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God.
Does that not sound exactly like our world today? News headlines confirm daily that prophecy is unfolding before our very eyes. We are living in the last hours before Christ’s return.
This reality should not make us fearful, but urgent. If time is short, we cannot delay. Every day souls are slipping into eternity without Christ. Every moment we hesitate, the enemy gains more ground.
Why the Gospel Is Worth It
The gospel is the only hope for humanity. Paul declared in Romans 1:16: “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes.”
It is the power that:
Breaks chains of sin and addiction.
Heals broken hearts and restores families.
Transfers people from the kingdom of darkness into the kingdom of light (Colossians 1:13).
Gives eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ.
No ideology, no government, no philosophy can do what the gospel does. That is why Satan opposes it so fiercely and why the world mocks it. But we must never compromise.
Every Christian has a role to play in advancing this message:
Pray for boldness and open doors.
Share your testimony.
Support missionaries and evangelistic work.
Teach your children God’s Word.
Stand firm in the workplace, school, and community.
Our Mission Until the End
Until Jesus returns, our mission is clear. We must:
Stand firm in faith. Refuse to be silenced or compromised by the antichrist spirit.
Preach the gospel. Boldly share Christ, knowing eternity is at stake.
Endure persecution. See opposition as confirmation, not defeat.
Live holy lives. Be lights in a dark world, showing Christ through word and deed.
Look up with hope. Our redemption is drawing near (Luke 21:28).
Call to Action
The time is short. Evil is being called good, and good is being called evil. The antichrist spirit is working overtime. But the gospel is still the power of God unto salvation.
Will you rise up? Will you take your stand in your generation? Will you speak truth no matter the cost?
Like Charlie Kirk on the campuses, like Paul in hostile cities, like the early church facing lions and prisons, we must give our all. Because one day, the trumpet will sound, Christ will return, and the opportunity to win souls will be over.
Let us work while it is day, for the night is coming when no one can work (John 9:4).
Closing Prayer
Father, we thank You that You sent Your Son Jesus Christ to save us. We confess that this world is not our home—we are just passing through. Strengthen us by Your Spirit to stand against the antichrist spirit in our culture. Give us courage to preach the gospel no matter the cost. Remind us that persecution is worth it, because our reward is eternal. Lord, awaken Your church in these last days. Help us to reach the lost before it’s too late. May we be faithful until the end. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.
The true God sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to die for all mankind so that everyone who believes may have everlasting life. Salvation is a free gift of grace — not earned by works or rituals, but received by faith. Believing in Jesus is not a religion; it’s entering into a life-transforming relationship with God. If I’m wrong, there’s nothing to lose — but if you reject Jesus, the consequences are eternal. That’s why I urge you: put your trust in Christ and receive His gift of salvation.”
Key Bible verses to back it up
John 3:16 — God’s love and the gift of eternal life.
Romans 6:23 — “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
Ephesians 2:8–9 — Salvation by grace through faith, not works.
John 14:6 — Jesus: the way, the truth, and the life.
God loves you so much that He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to die for your sins so you could have everlasting life. Salvation is not about religion, it’s about a relationship with the living God — and it’s a free gift. You don’t have to earn it. You simply believe and receive.
Think of it this way: If I’m wrong about Jesus, what have I lost? Nothing. But if you’re wrong and reject Him, you face eternal separation from God and torment. That’s why today is the day of salvation. Jesus said, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me’ (John 14:6).
Choose Him now. He is waiting with open arms to give you eternal life.” Charlie Kirk shared the gospel publicly, as part of his faith testimony to college students, not hate.
Jesus Is the Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:6)
Why Salvation Is a Free Gift, Not a Religion of Hate
God Loves You: The Gospel That Saves
Charlie Kirk Shares the Gospel of Jesus Christ
Everlasting Life Through Jesus Christ Alone
If You’re Wrong About Jesus, Eternity Is at Stake
The Gospel of Jesus: Love, Not Hate
Why You Need Jesus Christ Today
Jesus Saves: How to Receive Eternal Life
The Truth About Salvation: Relationship vs. Religion
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📖 “Jezebel hated Elijah, the prophet of God. She thought her false gods and her power were greater. She tried to silence Elijah—the messenger of the Lord. But she could not win. God’s Word stood firm, and in the end, Jezebel was thrown down and eaten by dogs, just as the Lord had spoken.
Hatred only hardens the heart and leads to destruction. But love—following Jesus Christ—leads to eternal life. Through Him, we receive the power of the Holy Spirit, and that power gives us victory over every enemy. Choose Christ today. He is the way, the truth, and the life.”
🎥 *“Ever been betrayed or deeply hurt? Don’t let it harden your heart—it only leads to death.
Joseph was betrayed by his own brothers, sold into slavery, and even thrown into prison. But he never let bitterness take over. He trusted God.
In the end, Joseph rose to become second in command of Egypt and saved nations from famine.
That’s the power of forgiveness. That’s the blessing of choosing Christ. When you follow Jesus, He promises eternal life—and like Joseph, He can turn your pain into purpose, and your trials into victory.”*
Jezebel / Hatred Script
Jezebel vs. Elijah: Why Hate Leads to Destruction
The Spirit of Jezebel Exposed: Hate Destroys, Jesus Saves
Elijah’s Victory Over Jezebel’s Hatred
What the Bible Teaches About Hate and Jezebel
Hate Hardens the Heart, Christ Brings Eternal Life
Joseph / Forgiveness Script
Joseph’s Story: Betrayal, Forgiveness, and God’s Victory
From Betrayal to Blessing: Joseph’s Forgiveness
The Power of Forgiveness: Joseph’s Journey in the Bible
How Joseph Turned Pain Into Purpose Through God
Bible Story of Joseph: Victory Through Forgiveness
🎥 *“David was chased by King Saul for 20 years. Saul wanted to kill him, yet David did not let bitterness or hatred take root in his heart. He even honored the man who sought his life.
In the end, David lived, but Saul died a horrible death. God’s promise and protection remained with the one who chose faith over revenge.
Hatred will destroy you and steal the blessings God has for your life. Forgiveness and choosing Jesus Christ bring life, peace, and victory.
Don’t let anger and bitterness rule your heart. Choose love. Choose Christ. Walk in His ways, and see His promises come to life in you.”*
David vs Saul: Choosing Faith Over Revenge
Why Hatred Destroys: The Story of David and Saul
David’s Forgiveness: Overcoming Anger and Bitterness
Saul Hated David, But God Protected Him
The Bible Story of David and Saul: Faith Wins Over Hate
Revenge vs. Forgiveness: David’s Example in the Bible
How David Chose Love Instead of Hate
God’s Promise to David: Protection From Saul’s Hatred
Bitterness Destroys, Forgiveness Brings Life (David’s Story)
Overcoming Hate and Anger: Lessons From David and Saul
🎥 *“Peter and John were arrested and threatened for preaching Jesus - like Charlie Kirk, yet they boldly declared, ‘We cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard.’ The church grew stronger and more powerful because they refused to stay silent.
Today, leaders like Charlie Kirk are standing up for truth on college campuses, where freedom and faith are under attack. His heart is for salvation—turning hatred into love and pointing students to Jesus.
The choice is the same for all of us: follow Christ and receive the promises of eternal life, or give in to bitterness and face destruction. Choose love. Choose truth. Choose Jesus, the One who gives victory over hate and death.”*
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Peter and John were arrested and threatened for preaching the name of Jesus, yet they boldly declared: “We cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard.” (Acts 4:20)
That same boldness is needed today. Just like the apostles, Christians are facing pressure to stay silent about the gospel. Leaders like Charlie Kirk are standing for truth on college campuses, pointing people to Jesus Christ, and showing that only love—not hate—can change hearts.
The choice is the same for us:
✅ Follow Jesus and receive eternal life.
❌ Or let hatred, bitterness, and unbelief destroy your soul.
Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.” (John 14:6)
👉 Choose Christ today. He gives victory over hate, fear, and death.
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🎥 *“Paul and Silas were beaten and thrown into prison for sharing the gospel, just like leaders today boldly standing for truth, including Charlie Kirk.
Yet at midnight, they prayed and sang hymns, trusting God completely. Suddenly, an earthquake shook the prison—the doors flew open, and even the jailer and his family came to salvation.
Don’t let hatred or bitterness harden your heart. Choose life. Choose Jesus Christ. He’s not just a religion—He’s a free gift and a personal relationship with the Creator of the universe.
Jesus died for you. Turn to Him today, and experience freedom, victory, and eternal life.”*
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Paul and Silas Story: Choosing Christ Over Hate
Jesus Is Not Religion – He’s a Relationship With God
How the Gospel Brings Life, Freedom, and Salvation
Paul and Silas Bible Story: Victory Through Praise
Jesus Died for You – Receive the Free Gift of Salvation
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Paul and Silas were beaten and thrown into prison for preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ—yet instead of giving in to fear or hate, they prayed and sang hymns at midnight. Suddenly, God sent an earthquake, the prison doors opened, and the jailer and his family were saved. (Acts 16:25-34)
That same power of the gospel is alive today. Leaders like Charlie Kirk stand boldly for truth, reminding us that salvation is not about religion, but about a relationship with the living God through His Son, Jesus Christ.
✝️ Jesus died for your sins so you could be free, forgiven, and have eternal life.
💡 Hatred destroys—but Jesus gives victory, freedom, and peace.
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“Social media is powerful—but some NGOs, activist groups, and creators use it to shape public opinion, sometimes by spreading misleading information.
Algorithms reward high engagement, meaning sensational, shocking, or controversial posts get boosted—sometimes going viral. Creators may naturally produce misleading or exaggerated content to increase views and revenue. Some reports show payments of $10,000 to $20,000 for content designed to sway opinion.
Even in academia, some say professors have been influenced to push political agendas, teaching students to question democracy and freedom while promoting ideologies like Marxism. think critically, verify sources, and don’t let viral content shape your beliefs without question.
Democratic campaigns and progressive organizations have been known to use social media to highlight policy differences or criticize opponents, including Donald Trump.
While Li has been critical of the Democratic Party's direction, there is no credible information to suggest that she received directives from the White House to engage in specific smear campaigns or to promote misinformation. Her criticisms appear to be based on her personal experiences and observations within the party.
The Democratic Party generally supports policies that are progressive on social issues, such as:
LGBTQ+ rights
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Jesus Christ Saves – Hate Destroys
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Love Over Hate: The Gospel of Jesus Christ
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From Hate to Hope: The Power of the Gospel
Why the Gospel of Jesus Christ Is the Answer to Hate
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How Jesus Christ Saves You from a World of Hate
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The Deadly Disease of Hate vs. the Healing of Jesus
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Why Hate Is a Disease Only Jesus Can Heal
The Cure for Hate and Destruction: The Gospel of Jesus
Break Free from Envy, Jealousy, Holding Rejection into Place: A Call to Deliverance
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Envy and Jealousy is like a one-eyed monster to get your eyes off the Lord. When a person feels rejected by others and believes they are rejected, this causes a person to look at others. It robs you of your peace. Rejection is a broken heart, and Jesus came to heal your broken heart, according to Luke 4:18. Today, we are going to look at what holds envy and jealousy in.
Look at it this way. We are made in the image of Christ. We are not sin, but because of the law of sin in our members, these spirit in what we believe - lies from the enemy, it gives the enemy legal right to
Goals:
Describe the characteristics & effects of envy & jealousy
Identify envy & jealousy working in your own life
Participate in a group session of deliverance from spirits of envy & jealousy
When others are jealous and sabotaging you. Steps.
Dealing with Rejection that opens the door to envy and jealousy.
Envy and jealousy are the glue that keeps rejection firmly in place. Many believers struggle with feelings of abandonment, betrayal, or being unwanted, yet don’t realize that rejection is frequently driven by the hidden sins of envy and jealousy. When these spirits are not confronted and removed, rejection becomes a stronghold in your life—locking you into cycles of pain, comparison, and self-hatred.
The enemy is a liar. He whispers in your ear: “Look at her. Look at him. God must love them more than you. See what they have? You’ll never measure up. You’ll never be good enough.” And before long, you start comparing your walk to others. You see their possessions, their family, their ministry, their appearance, and instead of rejoicing, you murmur and complain to God. You begin to believe God does not love you or care for you.
But friend, that is not the voice of your Heavenly Father. That is the voice of the enemy of your soul. Jesus came to break these chains and to give you freedom.
Content:
•It is very sneaky
•it is a form of lust such as lust for money, things or possessions
•It is a form of idolatry (for things, money or possession)
•What you are jealous of has power over you ... even to kill you (Cain & Abel)
•Envy and Jealousy's job is to get your eyes of God.
•You are never at peace with yourself.
How Envy and Jealousy Work with Rejection
The Bible says:
“For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work.” — James 3:16
Envy and jealousy are not just emotions. They are doors for demonic spirits to enter your life. These spirits twist your perception, make you discontent, and cause you to doubt God’s goodness. When rejection comes—through family wounds, betrayal, divorce, abandonment, or failure—it builds a foundation of insecurity. But envy and jealousy keep that rejection alive.
Instead of receiving God’s love and identity, you start looking sideways at everyone else. Comparison, covetousness, and unbelief creep in. Before long, your entire life is defined by what you lack, rather than who you are in Christ.
Definitions of Envy and Jealousy:
Envy:
•To feel uneasiness, mortification, fret, grieve, or discontent, at the sight of real or supposed superior excellence, success, advantage, possessions, blessings, reputation or happiness or prosperity enjoyed by To grudge; to withhold maliciously
•Pain, accompanied with some degree of hatred or malignity, and often or usually with a desire or an effort to depreciate the person, and with pleasure in seeing him depressed. Envy springs from pride, ambition or love, mortified that another has obtained what one has a strong desire to possess.
•It is followed by rivalry, competition, malice, malignity
Jealousy:
•That passion of peculiar uneasiness which arises from the fear that a rival may rob us of the affection of one whom we love, or the suspicion that he has already done it; or it is the uneasiness which arises from the fear that another does or will enjoy some advantage which we desire for ourselves. In short, jealousy is awakened by whatever may exalt others, or give them pleasures and advantages which we desire for ourselves. Jealousy is the apprehension of superiority
•Apprehension of superiority, suspicious fear
•Jealousy is being very careful of or guarding something, not tolerating rivals. Making an icon out of a material object, person, place, or thing.
What Envy and Jealousy will keep you from:
will not allow you to be content.
•It will not allow you to be at peace, and
•It will keep you from godliness.
God/Jesus gets jealous
God (and Christ, as one with the Father) is jealous when His people turn to idols or other gods. This isn’t human envy, but a holy jealousy rooted in His covenant love. Here are key scriptures:
Old Testament (God the Father’s jealousy)
Exodus 20:3–5 – “You shall have no other gods before Me. You shall not make for yourself a carved image… You shall not bow down to them or serve them, for I the LORD your God am a jealous God…”
Diseases:
•Rottenness of the bones - 📖 Proverbs 14:30 (KJV):
“A sound heart is the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones.” The Hebrew word for “rottenness” (raqab) literally means decay, corrosion, or wasting away. It points to something that eats away internally.
Many “osteo” diseases (like osteoporosis, osteoarthritis) involve the weakening, decaying, or inflammation of bones and joints.
Osteo = “bone.” osteoparothis
These conditions involve loss of strength, brittleness, and degeneration — which mirrors the “rottenness of the bones” described in Proverbs.
•Kidney stones -
Bones = strength, health, vitality.
Proverbs 14:30 – “Envy rottenness of the bones.”
Proverbs 17:22 – “A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones.”
Kidneys (KJV: “reins”) = seat of emotions, conscience, and inner man.
Psalm 7:9 – “The righteous God trieth the hearts and reins.”
Jeremiah 17:10 – “I the LORD search the heart, I try the reins…”
So when the bones are affected by bitterness/envy, and the “reins” (kidneys) are affected by emotional stress or hidden sin, both can manifest in physical issues like kidney stones.
•Teeth problems, granding of teeth
Not able to have children
Biblical examples:
•Cain & Abel-Gen 4:4-8 'Korab & Moses-Num 16:1-7 -Cain killed Abel - bitterness will take you to murder.
•Sarai & Hagar-Gen 16:4-6 • Pilate-Mark 15:9-10-Sarai sent Hagar away.
Genesis 16:4-6
New King James Version
4 So he went in to Hagar, and she conceived. And when she saw that she had conceived, her mistress became despised in her [a]eyes.
5 Then Sarai said to Abram, [b]“My wrong be upon you! I gave my maid into your embrace; and when she saw that she had conceived, I became despised in her eyes. The Lord judge between you and me.”
6 So Abram said to Sarai, “Indeed your maid is in your hand; do to her as you please.” And when Sarai dealt harshly with her, she fled from her presence.
•Isaac & Philistines-Gen 26:12-15
Genesis 26:12-15
New King James Version
12 Then Isaac sowed in that land, and reaped in the same year a hundredfold; and the Lord blessed him. 13 The man began to prosper, and continued prospering until he became very prosperous; 14 for he had possessions of flocks and possessions of herds and a great number of servants. So the Philistines envied him. 15 Now the Philistines had stopped up all the wells which his father’s servants had dug in the days of Abraham his father, and they had filled them with earth.
•Prodigal son - Luke 15 - brother comes back and father throws party and other son gets jealous.
•Joseph & his brothers - Gen 37: 1-8 - sold to slavery.
•Saul and David (I Samuel 18:8-11)- Saul become angry with and hated David because David was more popular and God was with him. How many years did DAvid have to run? Saul was jealous and was driving him to kill him.
•David and his eldest Brother, Eliab, was jealous because he was chosen to be king and accused him of having pride and neglecting the sheep. 1 Samual 17:28
1 Samuel 17:28
New King James Version
28 Now Eliab his oldest brother heard when he spoke to the men; and Eliab’s anger was aroused against David, and he said, “Why did you come down here? And with whom have you left those few sheep in the wilderness? I know your pride and the insolence of your heart, for you have come down to see the battle.”
•Haman and Mordecai (Esther 5:9-13) Haman was indignant toward Mordecai out of pride because Mordecai did not consider Haman to be as important as Haman considered himself to be. Haman could not bear Mordecai being honored.
•The chief priest hated Jesus because Jesus performed miracles from God that he could not. He feared losing his position to him. His envy lead to Jesus' crucifixion. They felt threatened like Jesus was going to remove them from position. The lied about him, and continuously tried to set him up to take him out. It can cause you to lie.
Let’s examine some of the characteristics that flow from envy and jealousy, so you can identify if these spirits are operating in your life:
1. Covetousness – Ungodly Desire
Covetousness is wanting what someone else has—whether it’s their money, their position, their spouse, or their success. Exodus 20:17 warns us:
“Thou shalt not covet…”
Covetousness isn’t just about possessions; it is about an unholy craving that replaces gratitude. It feeds rejection by making you believe what you have is not enough.
2. Idolatry – False Gods of the Heart
Idolatry is anything you lean on, depend upon, or pursue more than God. It may be relationships, money, career, or even ministry. When envy and jealousy rule, your focus shifts from God to idols, and rejection deepens because idols always fail you.
3. Comparison – Measuring Yourself by Others
Comparison says, “I am either better than or less than.” Both are sin because they elevate man’s opinion above God’s truth. 2 Corinthians 10:12 warns against measuring ourselves by others—it leads only to pride or despair.
4. Discontent – The Death of Joy -
Discontentment is the lack of peace, rest, and satisfaction. When envy and jealousy rule, you are never content. You crave what you don’t have, and even when you receive something, it never satisfies. Philippians 4:11 teaches us to be content in every circumstance—but envy robs us of that.
Looking at it deeper - murmer and coompalining
1. Israel in the Wilderness – Complaining Stole Their Inheritance
Numbers 14:27–29 – God said of Israel: “How long shall I bear with this evil congregation, which murmur against me? … Your carcasses shall fall in this wilderness.”
👉 Their constant murmuring against Moses and God kept them from entering the Promised Land.
Exodus 16:7–9 – “The LORD hears your murmurings which ye murmur against him.”
👉 Complaining wasn’t just about leaders or circumstances — God counted it as against Him.
2. Complaining Brings Destruction
1 Corinthians 10:10–11 – “Neither murmur ye, as some of them also murmured, and were destroyed of the destroyer. Now all these things happened unto them for examples…”
👉 Paul warns New Testament believers: complaining opens the door for the Destroyer (demonic attack, loss, destruction).
3. It Reveals the Heart
Philippians 2:14–15 – “Do all things without murmurings and disputings: That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God… among whom ye shine as lights in the world.”
👉 Murmuring dims your light and ruins your testimony.
Luke 6:45 – “Out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.”
👉 Complaining shows unbelief, bitterness, or fear in the heart.
4. It Blocks God’s Provision
Murmuring is essentially saying: “God, You’re not enough. You’re not doing a good job taking care of me.”
It shifts focus from faith → fear and lack, which cuts off the flow of blessing.
Gratitude, by contrast, multiplies blessings:
1 Thessalonians 5:18 – “In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.”
Psalm 100:4 – “Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise.” Thanksgiving brings you into His presence and opens the way to blessing.
5. Unbelief – Doubting God’s Provision
Envy leads to unbelief. When you compare yourself to others, you start believing God won’t provide for you. This unbelief is a betrayal of God’s faithfulness, and it partners with rejection by convincing you that you’re not worth God’s care.
6. Critical Spirits – Tearing Others Down
When jealousy and envy eat at your soul, a critical spirit often follows. Instead of rejoicing with others, you criticize their successes, gifts, or blessings. Proverbs 10:12 says, “Hatred stirs up strife: but love covers all sins.” A critical spirit fuels rejection because you cannot give or receive love.
7. Competition – The Need to Always Win
Competition driven by envy and jealousy robs you of rest. You cannot relax or enjoy life—you must always outperform others. Instead of working from identity in Christ, you strive to prove your worth. This striving is a cruel taskmaster that reinforces rejection.
8. Pride – A Haughty Spirit
Pride says, “I know more than God.” It can take two forms: superiority (“I am better than you”) or inferiority (“I am worse than you”). Both are rooted in self-focus and sin. Pride is the fuel of rejection because it blinds you to God’s truth about who you are in Christ.
1 Tim 6:4) - He is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings,
•I'm better than him
•Look at what I've got to offer
•They should not be placed over me and look at her
•I shouldn't have to answer to him
•I'm not going to submit to him
9. Superiority – One-Upmanship
When jealousy drives you, you feel the need to be above others. This attitude isolates you, pushes people away, and deepens rejection.
10. Self-Ambition – Driven Instead of Led
Self-ambition is the flesh’s attempt to feel valuable. It is not excellence for God’s glory—it is striving to fill the emptiness left by rejection. Philippians 2:3 warns us:
“Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.”
11. Control and Manipulation – Witchcraft in Disguise
Envy and jealousy often produce control and manipulation. Out of fear of rejection, you try to control relationships, situations, or outcomes. When someone does not meet your expectations, you punish them with guilt or anger. This is witchcraft—and it keeps you in bondage.
12. Fear – The Opposite of Faith
Fear is the opposite of faith. It paralyzes you, keeps you from trusting God, and fuels jealousy and envy. Fear of loss of control, fear of failure, or fear of being exposed are all tools of the enemy to keep rejection alive.
13. False Personality – Fear of Loss of Control
When you live in rejection, envy, and jealousy, you begin creating a false personality to cover your pain. You pretend to be someone you’re not, fearing that if people knew the real you, they would reject you. But this mask only leads to deeper loneliness and rejection.
14. Feeling Like an Abomination
Rejection, fueled by envy and jealousy, makes you feel like you don’t belong. You feel like a square peg in a round hole, always on the outside looking in. You believe the lie that you are unlovable, but God says otherwise. Ephesians 1:6 declares: “He has made us accepted in the Beloved.”
•Your friend bought the outfit you wanted & that sets you off
•Someone at church gets blessed financially & you can't rejoice with them
•Pastor invites a family to lunch and you feel left out ... you go and gossip the negative about this family.
•A co-worker has a great personality & everyone likes her ... this bothers you
•Someone at church has access to the founding & associate pastors ... but not you
•Someone holds a high political position in your city & you desire that position so you speak ill of him. Gossip and strife.
•Your boyfriend/girlfriend has friends with people of the same sex & this really upsets you
•You find yourself "jockeying for position" on the job, in church, etc.
•Your best friend was asked to lead the worship at church. Remember Lucifer was the first anointed worship leader.
God’s Answer: Deliverance and Healing
The good news is that Jesus came to break every chain of envy, jealousy, and rejection. You do not have to live under their power anymore. The cross of Christ gives you freedom, identity, and wholeness. But freedom comes through repentance, renunciation, and deliverance.
The posture Jesus calls us to
Love, but be wise. Jesus taught us to love enemies and bless those who persecute us (Matt. 5:44; Luke 6:27–28).
Don’t avenge yourself. Leave justice to God (Rom. 12:19).
Confront in humility if reconciliation is possible. Jesus (and Paul) endorse private correction as the first step (Matt. 18:15).
Protect the vulnerable (including your reputation and work). Loving doesn’t mean being naive — Scripture models wise boundary-setting and counsel (Proverbs, Matthew’s steps for church discipline).
2) Practical steps to take (do these now)
Pray immediately and continually. Ask God for wisdom, peace, and protection (James 1:5; Ps. 37). Pray that God would intervene and change hearts.
Gather facts and document. Collect dates, messages, witnesses, screenshots, incidents — calmly and accurately. This is stewardship, not revenge.
Confront privately (Matthew 18:15). Approach them with a calm tone: “I need to talk about something that concerns me…” Give them the chance to explain and repent. Use the short script below.
Set boundaries. If confrontation fails, limit interaction, remove access, change passwords, inform supervisors/leadership, or seek mediation. Boundaries are loving and wise.
Inform leadership or trusted intermediaries. If it’s in a workplace/church, take it to a supervisor or elder after private confrontation (Matt. 18:16–17).
Refuse to slander or retaliate. Keep your witness clean (1 Peter 3:9). Don’t spread accusations without facts.
Pray for breakthrough and protection (spiritual warfare). Use Scripture to declare God’s protection and break assignments of the enemy (Eph. 6:10–18).
Care for yourself. Reclaim rest, counsel, and wise friends. Bitterness and fear can eat you alive (Proverbs 14:30).
If appropriate, seek legal help. For defamation, theft, or threats, use legal channels.
How to deal with others that are envious of you and try to sabotage you.
The posture Jesus calls us to
Love, but be
wise. Jesus taught us to love enemies and bless those who persecute
us (Matt. 5:44; Luke 6:27–28).
Don’t avenge
yourself. Leave justice to God (Rom. 12:19).
Confront in
humility if reconciliation is possible. Jesus (and Paul) endorse
private correction as the first step (Matt. 18:15).
Protect the
vulnerable (including your reputation and work). Loving
doesn’t mean being naive — Scripture models wise boundary-setting and
counsel (Proverbs, Matthew’s steps for church discipline).
2) Practical steps to take (do
these now)
1.Pray immediately and
continually. Ask God for wisdom, peace, and protection (James 1:5; Ps. 37). Pray
that God would intervene and change hearts.
2.Gather facts and
document. Collect dates, messages, witnesses, screenshots, incidents — calmly
and accurately. This is stewardship, not revenge.
3.Confront privately
(Matthew 18:15). Approach them with a calm tone: “I need to talk about something
that concerns me…” Give them the chance to explain and repent. Use the short
script below.
4.Set boundaries. If
confrontation fails, limit interaction, remove access, change passwords, inform
supervisors/leadership, or seek mediation. Boundaries are loving and wise.
5.Inform leadership or
trusted intermediaries. If it’s in a workplace/church, take it to a
supervisor or elder after private confrontation (Matt. 18:16–17).
6.Refuse to slander or
retaliate. Keep your witness clean (1 Peter 3:9). Don’t spread accusations
without facts.
7.Pray for
breakthrough and protection (spiritual warfare). Use Scripture
to declare God’s protection and break assignments of the enemy (Eph. 6:10–18).
8.Care for yourself. Reclaim rest,
counsel, and wise friends. Bitterness and fear can eat you alive (Proverbs
14:30).
9.If appropriate, seek
legal help. For defamation, theft, or threats, use legal channels.
8 Steps to Freedom from Envy and Jealousy by Discerning what you are thinking - Hebrews 5:13-14
How to Keep a Healed
and Cleansed Heart and the Enemy Out and
Walking in Health -
the SR's to stay restored!
1. Recognize - you must recognize the problem and the
enemy.
2. Responsibility- You must take responsibility for what
you recognize.
3. Repent- You must repent to God for participating with
what you recognize.
4. Renounce - You must make what you recognize, your
enemy and renounce
it.
5. Remove - Get rid of it once and for all.
6. Resist - When it tries to come back resist it.
7. Rejoice - Give God thanks for setting you free.
