HIS OR MINE
- Key Verse
- ". . . so that, just as it is written, 'LET HIM WHO BOASTS, BOAST IN THE LORD.'" (1 Corinthians 1:31)
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Central Truth
Boast not in your own attainments, but boast about what the Lord has done.
Reflections
Too often I boast of my achievements and honors. This world's concepts of "boast-able" accomplishments are as foolishness in God's sight. What I should boast about is what the Lord has done, is doing, and will do.
Consider the following of God's "boast-able" works:
- God's creation of the world
- God's creation of woman, man, and every living creature
- God's provision for our forgiveness through Jesus
- God's gift of hope for us to know the reality of heaven and eternal life
Wow! A consideration of what God has done diminishes my desire to glory in myself.
Discussion Questions
- When have I boasted in my own achievements? Why?
- How can I help myself not to boast?
- How can I use the Lord's works to become a part of my boasting conversation?
Comments
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Mary Ann Grisham
April 14, 2010 12:28 PM
Thanks John for this good word. I admire in your life a depth of humility that is a great example to me. Thanks for sharing! Mary Ann Grisham
Doug Quinn
April 14, 2010 03:06 PM
John, this is a tough one, but you turned it to the right perspective! Great job! Thanks for reminding us of whom we should boast!
Mary Merchant
April 16, 2010 09:04 AM
John, thank you for reminding me (us) to whom all the glory goes after all He is the creator and we are His created, what has man to boast about afterall. Thanks so much for reminding me of His greatness and holiness.