Envy–that’s a problem.
James 3:16 (EXB)
Where jealousy [or envy] and selfishness [selfish ambition] are, there will be confusion [chaos; disorder].
Wishing I had what others do (wealth, popularity or social status) rarely leads to something good. James offers the antidote.
James 3:18
People who work for peace in a peaceful way plant a good crop of right living [or Peacemakers who sow with peace will harvest a crop of justice/righteousness].
Sow envy, reap chaos. Sow peace, reap justice and righteousness.
Lord God, show me how to plant a good crop of right living. I need less envy, more peace.
