James 4:5 - John Trapp Complete Commentary

Bible Comments

Do ye think that the scripture saith in vain, The spirit that dwelleth in us lusteth to envy?

Ver. 5. That the Scripture saith in vain] No, it doth not only say, but do; not only convince us that an evil and an envious spirit possesseth us (such a spirit as lusteth to have other men's abilities eclipsed, that so our candle might shine alone), but also it giveth more grace; it not only convinceth, but converteth the soul, Psalms 19:7. It causeth a man to rejoice heartily in the good parts of others; and this is more than to excel others in any excellence if this be wanting.

James 4:5

5 Do ye think that the scripture saith in vain, The spirit that dwelleth in us lusteth to envy?