The wrong turn
Clinging to a jealous desire for something that belongs to another.
Commandment 10 · Be content
Two bicycles, one friendship
Fictional teaching story · You are the main character
Your bicycle has a squeaky bell. Your friend arrives with a bright new bike and smooth gears. Suddenly your own bike seems less special. Your friend smiles: “Want to ride together?” You can spend the afternoon resenting the bike—or enjoying the friend.
Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is thy neighbour's.Exodus 20:17 · King James Version
Which thought will you feed?
Pick a response. Discover what it changes. You can explore every choice.
What follows
The faithful path
Being thankful for what you have and glad for another person’s good.
Take this with you
You can admire a bike, save for a bike, and still be a good friend. Coveting is the grasping envy you choose to keep.
Try it away from the screen
Make a gratitude treasure map: draw three good things already in your life, including one that money cannot buy.