Day 19: Acts 3:12

The possessor of faith through Jesus

The possessor of faith through Jesus does not desire to be the center of attention.  When Peter, in the name of Jesus Christ, healed a lame man, all the people focused on Peter and John.  At that moment, Peter clearly stated that it was not by their own power or godliness that the man was made to walk (Acts 3:12).  Indeed, the true possessor of faith understands that being in the spotlight is strange, for he knows his own inadequacy and acknowledges his lack of power.  When he views his own piety in the light of Christ's holiness, he realizes it is nothing.  He also knows that what has been accomplished is not by his own doing, so receiving the attention of people can be burdensome.  The one who possesses faith through Jesus gives glory only to God, for he understands that it is fitting for God alone to receive glory.