Envy Exposed: A Biblical Blueprint to Contentment and Selfless Love w/ Dr. Mike Fabarez

Uncover the hidden layers of envy with Dr. Mike Fabarez in a profound exploration of this stealthy sin's grip on our personal and communal well-being. We sit with the esteemed author of "Envy: A Big Problem You Didn't Know You Had" to dissect the historical roots and biblical narratives that underscore envy's destructive power. Through our engaging conversation, gain invaluable insights into how envy has not just shaped individual lives but also influenced societal dynamics throughout the ages.Feel the weight of envy lift as we discuss the significance of fostering contentment and celebrate the antidote found in our relationship with God. Dr. Fabarez and I reflect on Cain and Abel's tale and other scriptural lessons to highlight the importance of gratitude in overcoming the corrosive effects of envy on our hearts and relationships. Listeners will find encouragement to embark on a journey toward selfless love by acknowledging our blessings and reframing our perspectives, steering clear of the bitterness that can arise from harmful comparisons.Wrap up this enlightening discussion with a look at how envy can distort the social landscape, sparking discourse on neo-Marxist ideologies and the quest for societal equality. Dr. Fabarez and I tackle the tough questions, such as whether the redistribution of wealth can truly quell societal discontent, and provide spiritual strategies to counteract envy, including embracing divine love and fostering gratitude. Join us for this episode, and walk away equipped with the wisdom to rise above envy and cultivate a life of love and contentment.Book: EnvyWebsite: pastormike.comBible: ESV Favorite App/Website: Logos SoftwareSupport the Show.Check out our website for more ways to fully connect to God's Word. There you'll find: Coffee and Bible Time Prayer Journals Coffee and Bible Time Courses Coffee and Bible Time Shop Find more great content on our YouTube channel: Coffee and Bible Time Our most popular video is “How I Study My Bible + In-Depth Bible Study!” with over 2M views! Follow us on InstagramVisit our Amazon ShopLearn more about the host Ellen KrauseEmail us at podcast@coffeeandbibletime.comThanks for listening to Coffee and Bible Time, where our goal is to help people delight in God's Word and thrive in Christian living!

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The Coffee and Bible Time podcast offers a source of encouragement and spiritual growth for your Christian faith journey. Our episodes delve into subjects that can evoke laughter, provoke profound thoughts, reveal lesser-known aspects of the Bible, spark your curiosity about contemporary Christian music and entertainment, and provide an enjoyable experience of listening to engaging discussions. Our guests include book authors, pastors, Bible scholars, filmmakers, musicians, and missionaries like Max Lucado (author/Anxious for Nothing), Dr. Gary Chapman (author/The Five Love Languages), Lee Strobel (author/The Case for Christ), Tiffany Dawn (YouTube/speaker), Chrissy Metz (actress/This is Us), Sam Sorbo (actress/Underground Education), Trudy Cathy White (Chick-fil-A), Dr. Heather Holleman (author/The Six Conversations), Zach Windahl (author/The Bible Study), Dr. Juli Slattery (clinical psychologist/author), Alex & Stephen Kendrick (directors/producers - Courageous, Fireproof, War Room), Karl Clauson (pastor/Moody Radio host), Asheritah Ciuciu (One Thing Alone Ministries), Bethany Beal (Girl Defined), Ryan Whitaker Smith (author/filmmaker), Ben Fuller (CCM Artist), Dr. Charlie Dyer (Bible professor), Tara Sun (Truth Talks podcast), Dannah Gresh (author/And the Bride Wore White), Sharon Jaynes (author/The Power of a Woman's Words). Ashley, Taylor, and Ellen are the founders of the Coffee and Bible Time ministry, which started on YouTube. Their passion is to inspire people to delight in God's word and thrive in Christian living. We would be overjoyed if you would join our loving and caring community!