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Psalm 73: God’s Strength Amid The Allure of the UnGodly

Posted on October 13, 2021October 13, 2021 by Jeff Connell

The Temptation of an Upside-Down World Amid an upside down world I find strength and peace in Psalm 73. The author admits the allure of power, wealth, and prestige sans God are powerful, and seemingly rewarding. He confesses that he almost succumbed to jealousy and covetousness for the trappings of those who attempt to replace…

If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, ²then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose. ³Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. ⁴Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. (Phil. 2:1-4 NIV)