Competition. Capitalism. Covet. Envy.
These terms have aspects that can be similar - (sadly). The first two can be quite healthy. The last two are never healthy. The first two can drift into the last two if you’re not careful. The last two can never yield anything good unless by a fluke… something results in a 180 degree turn from them. (Hmmm… that last sentence was rather goof, but I’m going to leave it in there because I am an optimist.)
Sorry, I got off on a tangent. My main reason for examining these words was because I sometimes struggle with maintaining a healthy balance between Competition and Capitalism while I live my life.
If I’m not careful I can begin to envy those who are attaining the very goals that I’m seeking but failing to attain. (Not good).
Competition seems best when I’m also rooting for those in competition with because a greater, positive goal is still being attained. Capitalism feels best when I’m achieving the scripturally mandate to “cultivate our talents.” It’s God that gives the increase. My efforts are only a factor… a faith step. And, without faith it’s impossible to please God.
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