March 26, 2026

Hey guys,

this week’s Thought comes from I Corinthians 4:7. I think this verse resonated with me, because I've been struggling, coming off the heels of Impact’s 20th Anniversary celebration. It's hard to celebrate the things that God has done through this ministry over the last 20 years, without feeling like we’re being a bit braggadocious, or coming across as a little bit prideful. 

I Corinthians 4:7b says, “What do you have that God has not given you, and if everything you have is from God, why boast as if it were not a gift?”

Think about the things in our lives that we take pride in. Maybe we've worked hard to earn something. Maybe you trained hard to get to a certain spot. We're proud of the effort we put in. There's nothing wrong with that, but where did the talent come from? It could be something you own. Maybe there’s pride because you live in a nice home or have a nice car? Whatever it may be, if you’re honest, the intellect, the wisdom, the physical prowess that's needed to accumulate that wealth still comes from God. 

We're celebrating the athletic abilities of so many men and women this month during March Madness. In an arena where we are taught that everything depends on your performance that is the result of your ability and skill, it's so refreshing to hear a young man or woman, in their post game interview, at the height of their athletic career, give glory to God, because they know the source of their talents. 

I challenge you this week to make a list of the things that you are proud of, the things that you are sometimes prideful about, and possibly even brag about. Then drill down on those things. I'm willing to bet that if you're honest with yourself, you're going to recognize that all of those things come from gifts that God gives us. If that's the case, being braggadocious shouldn’t be a problem. Humility should result. 

Love you guys, 

John