We don't have the right to claim that we have done anything on our own. God gives us what it takes to do all we do.- 2 Corinthians 3:5
It's nice to think that we have accomplished some things, done some wonderful job, or finished a significant task. But it's also good to remember that we didn't get there on our own. The Lord blesses our effort if we are doing something worthwhile. God wants us all to contribute to each others growth and good. Once we are in that direction, He also directs other suitable people, circumstances and events so that we can accomplish even more and well. The principle always seems to be that as we help others, Good sends others also to help us. Thus the need not just to remember but to be thankful to all who have a part in the story of our success.
There are two good reasons for this thankfulness. One is that as we recognize the God who blesses us, He is inclined to bless us even more. Secondly, as we recognize every possible person who helped us along the way, it becomes easier for us to also be God's instrument for someone else who are also in their journey. And this cycle of helping and being helped is what the Lord originally designed for us all to do. It is in this process that relationships and community are built. It is also here that we become more human and not just mere survivors of creation as the chicken or horses.
Let us then remember each other, if not to actually help but even just by our prayers, our wish that somehow each day may bring each one of us the best that the providence of God can offer. And when it happens, let's not forget to thank Him who is the source of all.
