Oops, we never did finish James, did we?  Well, back to it.

What causes fights and quarrels among you?  Don’t they come from your desires that battle within you? (James 4:1)

The word translated Desire here comes from the same root as the word hedonism, or the pursuit of pleasure for its own sake.

So, there’s your Greek lesson for the day…you’re welcome.

The point is, Paul is not talking about good, lofty desires here. He’s not talking about the desire to be a better person, to end hunger, to grow closer to God and further the brotherhood of all mankind. He’s talking about selfish, fleshly, ifitfeelsgooddoitI’minitformemememememememe desires.

Oh, those desires?  Yeah, those.

As you move through your Monday, take careful note of the things that cause friction between you about the folks with whom you interact.  Are you offended by unrighteousness and ungodly ways?

Good.  You should be.

Does the lack of justice and love one for another grieve your heart?

Fine. It oughtta.

Are you bugged because stupid people keep getting in your way?

Yeah…there’s your problem.

And uh, you know, mine.

Happy Monday, Beloved.