Gift of Gifts

Romans 12:1-21

 

A gift is something given to you, acquired without compensation.  In this passage, the gift (noun) is actually a gift (verb).  We have been presented with different gifts, according to God’s grace.

 

We are also admonished to use these gifts by the grace through which they were given.  Not to think more highly of ourselves than we ought to think.  This includes what I call negative pride.

 

I’ve done it.  I say, “Oh, I’m no good!” or “I can’t do this or that.” In attempt to coerce those around me to say that they think I am not all that bad, etc.  It is pride because “I” is still the focus.

 

Lord, today I want to focus on you and the way you made me, and be content with that.

 

Steve Louden