Credit Where Credit Is Due

1 Corinthians 1:30-31 “It is from Him that you are in Christ Jesus, who became wisdom from God for us–our righteousness, sanctification, and redemption, in order that, as it is written: Let the one who boasts, boast in the Lord.” ~CSB

A young child, college student if you will, may boast about their independence. Having a car, wearing the latest fashions and eating at some of the best restaurants. This is funny because most of the time, it is their parents that pay their car note. It is their parents who pay their tuition while in school so that they do not have any school debt after graduating from college. These young teenagers may also receive an allowance from their parents so they can supplement their young habits of buying the latest clothes, food and other expenses. Yet, they will not give credit to their parents for their blessed lifestyle.

There is nothing wrong with spoiling our children, but as Christians, children of God, we sometimes forget where we should aim our boasting as well. God blesses us with our homes, families, food and abilities to get from one place to another. But how often do we give God the praise He deserves? We boast about how ‘independent’ we are. Sometimes, (unfortunately), we throw our success in others’ faces. Instead, we should actually drop to our knees and thank God for His grace and mercy.

Like the paid debt of a college student, it is because of God, our debt of sin is paid. It is because of God’s grace and mercy that we are, “...in Christ Jesus…” So let us not claim success as something we accomplished on our own. Instead let us make disciples by showing others where the true power of our strength, wisdom and endurance comes from. Like the word says,“...Let the one who boasts, boast in the Lord.”

May God bless and keep you under His protection as you journey in Jesus' name.

Amen