Do you think that the Scripture says in vain, “The Spirit who dwells in us yearns jealously”? — James 4:5

 James 4:5–6 has been rewritten as, "Do you think Scripture says without reason that the Holy Spirit, whom God caused to live in us, jealously wants us exclusively to Himself in order to pour out His grace on us generously?" 

The world's principles are embraced when we want, covet, and instigate conflict (vv. 1-4), and this makes God envious. He is constantly seeking to keep us close to Him. He corrects, chastises, consoles, leads, and exhorts us to become closer to Him. Because it is brimming with grace and truth, this pure possessiveness uplifts and liberates rather than stifles or demeans us. He wants us all to Himself because of this. 

Praise God for His envious nature.

The Christian's heart does not have space for two people to share it. What should we do to earn God's blessing now that we are aware of His just enmity? (James 4:7-10). 

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