Give God The Praise

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“Shall the ax boast itself against him who chops with it? Or shall the saw exalt itself against him who saws with it? As if a rod could wield itself against those who lift it up, Or as if a staff could lift up, as if it were not wood!” Isaiah 10:15

One constant pitfall we must watch out for is taking credit for something that God does in or through us, or using the gifts and callings of God for self-exaltation.

The first king of Israel – Saul came from a humble background, the smallest of the tribes, and was anointed king, yet his heart was revealed when the Lord exalted him. He exulted in his own position, eventually coveting it so much that he became a fierce enemy of God. The Lord then removed His spirit from Saul and the true condition of the man became apparent to everyone.

Also King Solomon whose gifting, anointing, and prosperity were unsurpassed in many ways, seemed to have taken for granted his abilities and wealth, and, somehow, rationalizing his blatant disobedience to God’s law, he fell into idolatry and brought disaster to the Kingdom of Israel. This seems amazing, given the fact that Solomon’s most precious gift was his wisdom.

Be careful how you handle the gifts and successes that God gives you! Enjoy His blessings but never forget where it all comes from, and to whom the glory belongs, because if you do, He will be sure to remind you.