A God Like No Other

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Our God humbled Himself, becoming a helpless baby dependent on His creation for the very basics of survival. Even more, He chose not to be born into wealth in a royal household, nor even to a well-to-do nobleman but to a humble carpenter.

As written in Samuel 16:7: “…The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.”

As Jesus grew, He had no reason to brag or flaunt who He was. He knew his worth, knew his capabilities, but chose not to lord it over us. “…I am meek and humble of heart.” Matthew 11:29.

According to Merriam-Webster, the meaning of humility is freedom from pride or arrogance: the quality or state of being humble. 

Humility accepts our strength and our weaknesses. “I can do that.” Versus, “I can do that better than you.”

Jesus taught, instructed, and became our Servant.

"But Jesus summoned them and said, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and the great ones make their authority over them felt. But it shall not be so among you. Rather, whoever wishes to be great among you shall be your servant; whoever wishes to be first among you shall be your slave.” Matthew 20:25-27.

A big turnaround from the false gods so many ancient civilizations worshipped. They were capricious, spiteful, and often violent, demanding sacrifices, even the worshippers’ own children. While our God not only became our servant, He also offered Himself as our sacrifice.  

Let me repeat that.

The Great I Am, the Creator of All Things, sacrificed Himself for us rather than the other way around.

It’s hard to grasp.

Then, as I wrote these words, a brilliant golden sunrise illuminated my room. 

Dear Lord, you are a God unlike any other. Then, there are no other gods but You. Thank you for Your sacrifice. May I never forget and live my life as You have instructed us. Amen.