Friday’s Devotion – The Greatest Equalizer

Ephesians 2:8-9 (CEV)  You were saved by faith in God, who treats us much better than we deserve. This is God’s gift to you, and not anything you have done on your own.  It isn’t something you have earned, so there is nothing you can brag about.

When I walked yesterday morning I came upon my neighbor Clark Simpson coming down his steps to get his newspaper.  Mr. Simpson who is over 100 years old was walking without any assistance except his stair railing.  He told me he was moving slowly.  I told him so was I!  A while later a runner greeted me as she blew past me.
I was able to move better than one but not as well as the other.  In this world there are always going to be those who are worse off than us and others who are better off.  I don’t know how much good it does to compare ourselves to them and yet it seems to be our nature to do that. I chose this scripture because it tells us that we are all able to be recipients of God’s salvation if we have faith.  Some may be more or less devout or stronger or weaker when it comes to character.  Yet we who believe are equally able to approach God’s throne and receive his grace and mercy. Faith is the greatest equalizer.  How blessed is that!!!

Holy God, we are not worthy of your grace. We thank you for this undeserved gift. As we deepen our faith help us to respond with the good works you then expect in return. Thank you that Jesus loved us while we were yet sinners. In his name we pray. Amen.

 Have a great weekend!

Paige