God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. (James 4:6b)
To be humble is to be unobtrusive. When I am humble, I do not interject myself in the efforts of others. I surrender, acknowledge, defer and submit to them. I stand aside and allow their work to shine. I yield.
Why then, when it comes to my salvation, do I sometimes set about working for the pardon and deliverance that Jesus has already accomplished? I have no ability to satisfy God’s standards. I cannot defend my acts, my sinful state or restore my soul to purity. No person can. The efforts of man will always fall short of the demands of God’s holiness.
God save me. I cannot save myself.
Alone, I am hopeless for redemption. Without Jesus, I am helpless to be reconciled with the holy and perfect God. But God is also merciful. He made a way for me to eternal life through His Son. For the sin of all mankind, Jesus’ sacrifice is enough. It is complete and freely offered. With humility, I abandon my efforts. I receive Him as my Savior and enter God’s kingdom with thanksgiving. God saved me, because I could not save myself.
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. Romans 15:13
Meeting God at the Park 