Using Your Privilege

Sunday, January 4, 2026

NV Gay (they/she)

LGBTQIA+ Person of Faith

LOVEboldly Board Member

Quote

How beautiful upon the mountains

are the feet of the messenger who announces peace,

who brings good news,

who announces salvation,

who says to Zion, “Your God reigns.”

~Isaiah 52:7 (NRSVUE)

Devotion

Reflecting upon Isaiah 52:7, I am often drawn back to my youth—sitting in an evangelical church, hearing how we are to be “soldiers of Christ.” This verse was often used to rally evangelists, a banner of mission and purpose, highlighted again by the Apostle Paul in the New Testament.

So why did I choose this verse as the devotional today? I believe it is important to highlight these evangelical verses and reflect on the true intention behind the scripture. Yes, our Creator calls us to share the message of Christ; however, we were never meant to weaponize it in a holy effort to convert nonbelievers. This verse encourages us to see ourselves as the “messengers” with “beautiful feet,” who carry the message of peace, salvation, and happiness through faith in Jesus to a world in need. This means that in order to truly carry the message of Christ, we need to follow in his steps, going throughout the world uplifting and empowering all. All through the New Testament, we find that Christ constantly used his privilege and position to uplift those who were most marginalized, advocating for meaningful change and fighting back against the false teachings of religion.

Reflection

1. Are you serving others only to secure your own salvation or reward?

   
   

2. Or are you serving as Christ did—uplifting and aiding those in need, with no expectation of gain?

   
   

3. Who in your community is waiting for your compassion, your advocacy, your “beautiful feet”?

Action

Set aside some time this week to reflect on the privilege you hold. How can you use that privilege to support other people?