8 For you are saved by grace through faith, and this is not from yourselves; it is God’s gift— 9 not from works, so that no one can boast. (Ephesians 2:8-9 CSB)

We like to look at all we have accomplished in life with pride. The world is an individual success driven place.

But how much do we really do…alone. Quite a small amount I would venture. We have any number of people around us who help us secure our successes. Nothing can truly be accomplished alone.

For those of faith, God is always present. He is the author and perfector of our faith. He is in everything we do.

All things are accomplished “In and Through” Christ. When we understand this we see the true root of our success. Our works are simply pointers to Christ.