Opening Verse
“Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:”
Acts 10:34 (KJV)
Introduction
Many wonder if God shows favoritism — if He loves or blesses one person more than another. The world runs on partiality. People are often elevated because of money, beauty, power, or status. But is God like that? The answer from Scripture is clear: no. God is not moved by external appearance, reputation, or human position. He sees the heart.
Devotional Story
A teacher once had two students. One was loud, charismatic, and popular; the other was quiet, awkward, and often overlooked. The popular student turned in assignments late, yet everyone excused him. The quiet one worked diligently but was rarely praised. One day, the teacher gave both students the same difficult project. The popular student turned in a rushed, flashy presentation. The quiet one turned in something simple but deeply thought-out. The teacher gave the quiet student the highest mark and said, “I grade by effort and understanding, not popularity.”
God is that kind of teacher. He does not lift someone up because of their fame or charm. He honors those who walk humbly, obey Him, and seek Him with a true heart. He didn’t choose the mighty or the proud. He chose fishermen, tax collectors, and persecutors. Why? Because He looks for faithfulness, not fame.
What This Means
God doesn’t favor people based on race, wealth, or intelligence. He favors the obedient. He lifts the humble. He responds to faith. If you feel unseen or forgotten, know this: God sees you. He does not ignore the lowly. He draws near to the brokenhearted. Favor in God’s eyes comes not from human praise but from walking in truth and righteousness.
You don’t need a platform, popularity, or power to be used by God. You need a clean heart and surrendered will. If you give Him your all, He will honor that — even if no one else does.
Think About This
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Are you seeking God’s favor or man’s approval?
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Have you ever believed someone was more loved by God than you?
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What would change if you truly believed God sees and honors your faithfulness?
Prayer
Lord, thank You that You are not a respecter of persons. Thank You that Your eyes search the earth for hearts fully committed to You. Help me not to chase the favor of men, but to walk faithfully before You. Cleanse me of envy or comparison, and teach me to rest in Your love. I want to honor You above all else. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Closing Verse
“For the LORD your God is God of gods, and Lord of lords, a great God, a mighty, and a terrible, which regardeth not persons, nor taketh reward:”
Deuteronomy 10:17 (KJV)