all by faith, none by works

That the Gentiles, who did not pursue righteousness, have obtained it, a righteousness that is by faith; 31but Israel, who pursued a law of righteousness, has not attained it. 32Why not? Because they pursued it not by faith but as if it were by works. Romans 9

The verse above is a humbling one. it reminds me that all that we have is a result of our faith in Jesus Christ.

Nothing that we are and have is from our own efforts.

yes this includes our work, our talents, our families, our growth ....

all glory to God.

let us give all glory to Him and not take any for ourselves. For His name alone is glorious and mighty.

let his name be exalted and ours decrease.

he uses the lowly.

thank you jesus for all that you have given us so freely.
- the death on the cross
- the power of the spirit
- the grace to see us thru all things

thank you.

yes there is much to rejoice in and give thanks for.

amen