When a
person is blinded with envy or jealousy, then anything that other
people do, no matter how good or noble the deed may be, is seen as evil
or bad. This was the problem with some people during Jesus' time. Due to
their narrow-mindedness and self-centeredness, they saw him as a threat
as he was doing good deeds and attracting large crowds, possibly
causing their own "fans" to dwindle.
We too could fall into the same trap, especially when pride and greed
have taken over our being. Instead of belittling others just because
they are doing better than us, let us be reminded that ultimately, what
we are doing is for the greater glory of God.
Non nobis, non nobis, Domine Sed nomini tuo da gloriam (Psalm 115:1)
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