The Unworthy! (2 of 3)

Do we find our worthiness in what we are able to do for ourselves? Does our own goodness give us a sense of great worth in our eyes? This is an area of life where we must be careful or we will find ourselves glorying in self-righteousness instead of seeking the righteousness which comes from God. ( Philippians 3:9) Our attitude as SERVANTS of God must be closely guarded lest we develop too high an estimation of our own selves.

After Jesus described the way it was in life with regard to servants and their masters ( Luke 17:7-9) He capped it off with the attitude we should possess as His servants.

“So you also, when you have done all that you were commanded, say, ‘We are UNWORTHY SERVANTS; we have ONLY DONE WHAT WAS OUR DUTY.’” ( Luke 17:10 ESV)

Paul was a great SERVANT of God, yet he stated he was unworthy to be called an apostle because he had been a persecutor of the church. ( 1 Corinthians 15:9) It was the grace of God that made him what he was and Paul lived in a manner that such grace would not be in vain. ( 1 Corinthians 15:10)

Certainly Jesus talked at other times regarding rewards for His servants. (i.e. Matthew 6:3-4 & 10:42) Nevertheless, we must bear in mind that as necessary as our obedience and works are they still don’t merit our salvation. As humble SERVANTS of Christ we are to recognize we’re merely stewards of the possessions and talents with which we have been blessed. The many good works we do aren’t done to merit our salvation, but are to be a continual expression of our gratitude to God for having provided it through His Son.

May our works of SERVICE be an acceptable offering of praise and thanksgiving to the God of mercy and grace. Jesus Himself demonstrated that it is a life of SERVICE that is a life worth living. Let us continue to follow in His steps!

Have a great day WORKING THE WORKS GOD PREPARED FOR US TO DO!
Carl

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