1618) In the animal kingdom, many are in a constant vigil, watching for potential predators. It is in this vigilance they may save themselves from a violent end.

Proverbs 24:17-18 tells us of a predator we have. It is the attitude of having a great satisfaction when someone we don’t like runs into something bad. This verse is not speaking about a feeling, but a mindset.

Gloating over the misfortune of someone we dislike is like inviting poisonous tentacles to access our souls. This poison not only invades us, it also is something we can pass on to those we love.

Avoid this poison, if not for yourself, but for the sake of your loved ones.