Romans 15:17-18
In Christ
Jesus, then, I have reason to boast in what pertains to God. For I will not dare to speak of anything except
what Christ has accomplished through me…
We would sometimes
boast – I know more today because I studied in a great school, because I have
learned from a great professor, because I read a lot of books, because I
persevere on my own, to learn more today that what I have learned yesterday.
But can we say the same when it comes to
our spiritual lives?
Can we say that Jesus is working within me,
that is why I act righteously in my dealings with others?
Can we say that Jesus is in me, that is why
I would try not to commit sin that would destroy my soul?
Can we say that Jesus is me, that is why
others can see Him through me?
We can boast of anything in this worthless
life on earth, so we can achieve some sense of worthiness, but those would not
matter to God in heaven. What matters to
Him is how you used the teachings of His son, so you may carry yourself and
others into knowing Him, obeying Him and loving Him. That is our mandate in life… that is what we
need to accomplish.
Can you still boast now?
Let us pray +
Almighty Father, for now, we live in this
other side of heaven, knowing that sometime in the future, we would join. Lord, give us a healthy appreciation of the beauty
and wonder of this world. May we pour
ourselves out, living for you. And may
others see Your kindness and compassion through us as we persevere to be and
act like You. Through Jesus Christ, Amen
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All the ends of the earth have seen the salvation by our God.
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