Social policy these days tends to play into the emotion that it’s not fair that someone else has more than you. In truth, some people are more industrious; others are just lazy. Then there are those who totally disregard God’s way and prosper. It’s easy to be envious of them and their ill-gotten gains.

Let not your heart envy sinners, but continue in the fear of the Lord all the day.

Proverbs 23:17

Yet your responsibility is stated in today’s verse. Do not be jealous of another person’s success or become consumed with the desire to do what they do to get what you supposedly deserve. Instead, walk with integrity. One Bible commentary encourages you to be governed by the fear of the Lord in all you say and do. Constantly keep an awe of God upon your spirit, pay deference to His authority, and have dread of His wrath. In that way, you will maintain the character of His servant – and He will reward you in ways far greater and more fulfilling than mere material gain.

Trust in the Lord’s power; He is committed to your best interests if you stay in a right relationship with Him. Then intercede for America that its leaders and citizens will fear and trust in God.

Recommended Reading: Psalm 33:1-12