Verse of the Day - Psalm 115:1

Not to us, O LORD, not to us but to your name be the glory, because of your love and faithfulness. ~ Psalm 115:1 (NIV)

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I think, as human beings, we need the regular reminder to give God the glory, and not take glory on for ourselves. We may be very good at what we do, but who should get the glory for that? Isn't God the One who gives us our knowledge and abilities to do what we do? And if people praise us for our loving heart and giving spirit, can we honestly say that is something we have created within us? God is the source of all things good, and we simply cannot take credit where it isn't due. Well, actually, we can...and we do. But we are foolish and sinful when we steal God's glory and make ourselves out to be some sort of shining example of human worth.

For the LORD is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.
~ Psalm 100:5 (NIV)

God deserves all glory because of His enduring love and faithfulness toward us. Can you testify to His love and faithfulness toward you? Do you see it? Then give Him the glory today. Let someone know the magnificence of your God -- He is great, and greatly to be praised! And if you don't see God's love and faithfulness evident in your life, I ask you to change your prescription and get a new pair of glasses, because He is always at work in your life, spurred on by His love and faithfulness. Look for it . . . and then give Him the glory that is due His name!


Love,
Joelene