People today take credit for what only God can do in various ways, often by attributing their successes, blessings, or achievements entirely to their own efforts, rather than acknowledging God's role. However, many religious teachings emphasize that all good things and successes come from God, and that individuals should give glory and honor to God, seeing themselves as instruments or tools through whom God works. This includes recognizing God's sovereignty, submitting to His will, forgiving others as God forgives, actively worshiping, trusting God in all circumstances, and sharing God's goodness with others. People are encouraged to avoid pride and the temptation to claim personal credit for what is actually God's work and provision, instead acknowledging God's authority and grace in their lives.
Common Ways People Should Give Credit to God
- Acknowledge God as the source of life, breath, and all things, giving Him the glory rather than oneself.
- Practice love for God above all else, which naturally leads to giving Him glory for everything.
- Confess sins and repent, recognizing God's forgiveness as essential.
- Forgive others as God forgives, demonstrating God's attributes through actions.
- Pray and worship sincerely, recognizing God's presence and guidance.
- Trust God's plan and timing rather than taking credit for outcomes.
- Share with others how God works in one's life to shift glory from self to God.
- View achievements as gifts from God and not solely personal accomplishments.
How People Sometimes Fail
- Taking personal credit for blessings, promotions, or successes without recognizing God's hand.
- Allowing pride to overshadow the understanding that God enables all good works.
- Failing to give God the glory due when sharing achievements publicly.
- Forgetting that God is sovereign and that human efforts are sustained and qualified by Him.
These perspectives encourage humility and a proper understanding of the relationship between human effort and divine action, advocating for always giving God the credit for what only He can do.
