Envy and self-seeking hide
And then will try to override
In an effort to have gain,
And then disorder tends to reign.
Confusion robs and causes waste
By those who sometimes act in haste.
Time is lost and purpose scattered,
Scrambling that which really mattered.
Peace and wisdom will offset
Confusion’s seeds which are a threat.
When we practice to be humble
Confusion cannot make us stumble.
“For wherever there is jealousy (envy) and contention (rivalry and selfish ambition) there will also be confusion (unrest, disharmony, rebellion) and all sorts of evil and vile practices."
James 3:16 Amplified Bible
“Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.”
Philippians 2:3 KJV
© 2014 Arlene Schwartzkopf