1 Chronicles 14:11 "'God has done it!' David exclaimed..."
The author is retelling the story of how David and his men defeated the Philistines at Baal-perazim. David is emphatic that God, not he or his men earned the victory.
It is so easy to want to take credit for everything. I like to think that my hard work, my ingenuity, and my talent has accomplished much. That is because we are prideful people. The truth is, everything I have, everything I've been given, and every experience I've had in my life is a result of God's work in the world and through me. My actions do count, and what I say and do does matter, but ultimately, all credit belongs to God. I should give thanks and credit to him in all circumstances.
Dear Jesus, remind me to give you the credit you deserve today. Amen.
