Biblical Answer

Jealousy in the context of God's attributes

In order to overcome jealousy, we must first understand what it means for God to be jealous. As we read in the Bible, God is a jealous God, who continually seeks to protect His own honor. This jealousy is not based on wounded pride, but rather on His desire to uphold His sovereignty and righteousness. When we reflect God's jealousy for His honor, we are not reacting out of pride or possessiveness, but rather out of a desire to protect and uphold what is good and right. This type of jealousy is not a negative emotion, but rather a positive attribute of God's character.

Understanding God's jealousy in this way can help us to reframe our own jealousy in a more positive light. Rather than seeing jealousy as a negative emotion, we can see it as a desire to protect and uphold what is good and right. This can be particularly helpful in the context of relationships, where jealousy can sometimes be seen as a negative emotion. However, when we understand that jealousy can be a positive attribute, we can see that it can actually be a sign of a healthy and loving relationship. For example, in the context of marriage, jealousy can be a sign of a strong and committed love for one's partner.

So how can we deepen our jealousy for God's honor? One way to do this is to reflect on the ways in which God's honor is being dishonored in our world. When we hear God's name being used in a careless or disrespectful way, or when we see His character being misrepresented, we can feel a sense of jealousy for His honor. We can also deepen our jealousy by reflecting on the ways in which God's sovereignty and righteousness are being upheld in our world. When we see God's power and wisdom at work, we can feel a sense of awe and wonder, and a desire to protect and uphold His honor. By reflecting on God's jealousy in this way, we can cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and respect for His character.