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Melissa and Courtney talk with Jackie Hill Perry about the sin of covetousness and why it’s so hard to recognize and admit. They discuss signposts that tip them off that they are coveting, the relationship between covetousness and other sins, and why we desire for others to covet what we have. Listen in if you want to get serious about putting to death the sin of covetousness in your own life.
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Discussion Questions:
1. Where in your life are you most tempted to feel discontentment?
2. Describe a time when something you pursued or received left you unsatisfied? What did you learn from that experience?
3. How did this discussion help you better understand the connection between covetousness and idolatry?
4. What warning signs alert you that idolatry or discontentment may be creeping into your heart?
5. In what ways have you seen God set “boundary lines in pleasant places” (Ps. 16:6) in your own life? What does this reveal about His sovereignty and love?
6. What daily practices or rhythms could help you cultivate a deeper sense of gratitude and contentment in Christ?
7. How can your discussion partners pray for God to reshape your heart and desires as you grow in contentment?
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Melissa and Courtney talk with Jackie Hill Perry about the sin of covetousness and why it’s so hard to recognize and admit. They discuss signposts that tip them off that they are coveting, the relationship between covetousness and other sins, and why we desire for others to covet what we have. Listen in if you want to get serious about putting to death the sin of covetousness in your own life.
Recommended Resources:
Related Content:
Discussion Questions:
1. Where in your life are you most tempted to feel discontentment?
2. Describe a time when something you pursued or received left you unsatisfied? What did you learn from that experience?
3. How did this discussion help you better understand the connection between covetousness and idolatry?
4. What warning signs alert you that idolatry or discontentment may be creeping into your heart?
5. In what ways have you seen God set “boundary lines in pleasant places” (Ps. 16:6) in your own life? What does this reveal about His sovereignty and love?
6. What daily practices or rhythms could help you cultivate a deeper sense of gratitude and contentment in Christ?
7. How can your discussion partners pray for God to reshape your heart and desires as you grow in contentment?
Click here for more information about Women's Initiatives at The Gospel Coalition!
Click here for more information about our upcoming conference, TGCW26, June 11-13 in Indianapolis!
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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