Better Than I Deserve

A humble person understands dependence—on God and on others.

Written by Randy Booth | Saturday, February 28, 2026

Gratitude steadies us. It keeps entitlement at bay and guards our hearts against pride. A thankful person is, almost by definition, a humble one.

“How are you?”

“Better than I deserve.”

Now that is a reply—especially when it’s meant and not just memorized. Taken to heart, it reveals a mature and grounded perspective. It reminds us of where we’ve come from: fallen, broken, incomplete. At the same time, it places us squarely in the realm of grace—unearned, undeserved favor—and invites gratitude for where we are now.

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