10/15/2026
The Danger of Worldly Wisdom and Selfish Ambition
James 3:14–16: Warns that bitter jealousy and selfish ambition reflect an earthly and unspiritual wisdom that breeds disorder.
1 John 2:15–16: Instructs believers not to love the world, noting that the desires of the flesh, eyes, and pride of life come from the world rather than the Father.
2 Timothy 3:2–4: Describes the times when people will be lovers of self, lovers of money, and lovers of pleasure rather than God.