“we’re not worthy!”

August 29, 2007 by craig.

I admit it. I’m a child of the 80’s (and some of the 70’s!). If that’s you, too, or if you ever even surfed through late night TV on Saturdays, you probably remember the rock-band-roadie wannabes who had their own cable show (how did THAT ever happen, by the way?) on SNL named Wayne Campbell & Garth Algar. After observing their quirky behavior in many sketches and in two motion pictures, we expected to hear certain catchphrases or see certain gestures from these guys. When they met up with a band or musician or actor they idolized, they would always respond with the chant “we’re not worthy!” accompanied with the repeated “falling prostrate” position offered before their admirees.

While that should also be our response in light of who receives the glory in life, I wonder, is that your response in thinking about the rewards of God? There is nothing wrong with thinking that God will reward us for living lives that glorify Him and expand His Kingdom here on earth. It’s not prideful to think about such things. We may be too “humble” or “shy” to think God would ever do anything like that. But very clearly in Scripture, He has a heart geared to rewarding you!

The Bible gives us a preview of Christ’s mindset when He appears at the end of time: “Look! I am coming quickly, and My reward is with Me to repay each person according to what he has done.” - Rev 22:12 (HCSB) Wow! He is concerned with you and bringing rewards of blessing with Him. Not just any reward, but (did you notice?) His reward! A Jesus-sized payoff.

You’re ultimately right, Mr. Campbell and Mr. Algar. You’re not worthy. But God is generous. Remember, there’s a big difference between self-aggrandizing pride and putting high expectations on Him! Which are you about today?

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