Grace as a reward?

I am a a fan of simple definitions. But, perhaps I may have to rethink my definition of grace.

I have always taught that grace is “un favor no merecido,” that is, underserved favor. But 1 Peter 5.5c put a stop to that thought, like fingernails on a chalkboard.

God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. 

Hmmm, so here it sounds like grace is a reward for being humble. I know God is a rewarder, but grace is grace, isn't it?

But I’m not gonna worry about it too much. I would prefer to concentrate on being humble, reward or no reward.

I desire humility because Jesus wants me to be humble. 

I desire humility, because I have nothing to not be humble about.

I’ll share a little secret with you (but only if you promise not to tell anyone, because I don’t want them thinking Marcos is not humble)...

When I see God moving in awesome ways around us, there is a small part of me that wants to think that it is mostly because of me. But it ain’t.

His Word keeps me thinking straight.