Grateful Humility

2 Peter 1-3; John 1 

“Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ have received a faith as precious as ours:”

2 Peter 1:1

Peter identified himself as a servant of Christ before an apostle. He understood his salvation was a gift of righteousness that he had received from Christ, along with every other Christ follower. This humility marked Peter’s faith and leadership-journey until the end of his life.

How do we identify ourselves?

Is our relationship with Jesus more important than our titles, educational attainment, or accomplishments?

Is our faith in Christ the most precious gift we possess?

How would others know?

As we consider the giving and receiving of gifts in this season, how can we testify that salvation and faith in Christ is the most precious gift we have received?

Will we, too, define ourselves as servants of Christ before all other titles?

“Lord Jesus, I am your servant and grateful for the gift of faith, for your glory.”