Jelousy. Zeal... "to burn with an intense fire." Jealousy is a powerful thing. This chapter talks about two different kinds of jealousy: legitimate and illegitimate. One is based on love and the other is based on envy.
This chapter motivates us to allow our mates to complement us, not compete with us. If our mate is more popular, smarter, or better at Boggle than you are, rejoice and be glad (not jealous).
"It is time to let love, humility, and gratefulness destroy any jealousy that springs up in your heart. It's time to let your mate's successes draw you closer together and give you greater opportunities to show genuine love."
I like that.
Today's Dare:
Determine to become your spouse's biggest fan and to reject any thoughts of jealousy. To help set your heart on your spouse and focus on their achievements, take yesterday's list of negative attributes and discreetly burn it. Then share with your spouse how glad you are about a success he or she recently enjoyed.
Darn it! I am at home ... and I hid the list at the office. Oh well, I'll do like the book says and not freak out if I can't fulfill a dare that very dare, but to pick it up and do it when I can.
Posted by Doug Van Pelt at February 25, 2009 11:55 AM