Romans 12:3
By the grace given me I say to everyone of you: Do not think of
yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself
with sober judgment, in accordance with the measure of faith God
has given you.
Thoughts on today's verse
Pride does go before a fall! It is not easy to balance the two
truths: "I must not be prideful, but I must understand just how
much God values me." Satan can use our self- denigration, the
worthless worm syndrome, to discourage us and keep us from using
our gifts for Kingdom work. On the other hand, pride takes God out
of the picture and attributes our contribution to God's Kingdom to
us and not to God.
Prayer:
Holy Father, as your child, redeemed at the cost of Jesus' life, I
know I am loved and valuable to you. I know you have given me
abilities and gifts to use for your glory and to bless your church.
But Father, I do not want to ever think that my abilities are
somehow mine alone. I know you have given me the gifts, abilities,
and experiences that have shaped me, so please empower me to your
glory. But Father, I never want the glory that is achieved from
your gifts to puff me up or turn from me the realization that I am
what I am, I have what I have, and I do what I do, because of your
grace and your generous gifts. May I ever be your humble but
valuable child at work in your Kingdom. Through Jesus I pray.
Amen.
