Did you know you are specially made for God’s glory? The glory of God was a gift to mankind in creation, and it is also the inheritance of every child of God.
Jesus prayed to the heavenly Father on the eve of His crucifixion, “I have given them the glory which You gave Me, that they may be one even as We are one” (John 17:22).
Jesus has given believers the same glory the Father gave Him.
When we enter into God’s glory, we dwell in His very presence, receive His love and grace, understand His heart, learn His will and experience His divine power. That power transforms lives—saving, healing and delivering—and enacts miracles and wonders that reveal God’s majesty.
God's glory is a central theme in the Bible, representing His majesty, holiness, and the manifestation of His divine presence. The Hebrew word for glory, "kavod," conveys a sense of weightiness or significance, while the Greek term "doxa" refers to honor, splendor, and brightness. God's glory is intrinsic to His nature and is revealed through His creation, His acts in history, and His redemptive work.
2 Corinthians 3: 17 Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty. 18 But we all, with unveiled face beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as from the Lord, the Spirit.
Experiencing God's glory transforms believers and propels them into mission. As seen in 2 Corinthians 4:6. God, who said, "Let light shine out of darkness," has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of God's glory in the face of Jesus Christ. This transformation calls Christians to reflect His glory in their lives and witness.
Divine love is a demonstration of God’s commitment to our greatest good. In a way, it’s like the ocean tides—you can say, “I don’t believe in waves,” but that won’t stop them from coming. Likewise, nothing you do or feel will stop the Father’s love from washing over you.
As members of God’s family who are called upon to reflect Him to the world, believers are referred to as “saints.” We’re given this title—which shares its root with sanctification—not because we have attained sinless perfection but because we live a life consistent with the One we represent.
Praying through Scripture and asking God to speak to us about what we read is our privilege as Christians. When we’re quiet before the Lord, we receive His guidance and power for our circumstances. No matter what we’re up against, God restores our weary soul and renews us for another day.
Are you willing to follow Jesus? His way is best, and it offers hope, joy, and peace. And, while some of His decisions may not be to our liking, we must believe in His promise to work all things for our good. Will you trust God enough to hand the reins over to Him?
From the moment we wake up each morning and as the day unfolds, our request should be, “Father, glorify Yourself.” In the simplest tasks as well as in the hardest ones, a Christian’s longing should be to reflect God to others.
When we pray for His glorification, we’re saying, “Lord, do whatever will bring You honor and make You known.” It means we are surrendering our preferences, acknowledging that God in His sovereignty will choose what will bring honor to His name.
As we learn biblical principles, we become truly wise in a way that glorifies God. Then it becomes easier to identify where He’s at work and to evaluate our circumstances in light of His character and plan. And as we listen to God, we will grow, develop a willingness to act, and strengthen our determination not to be distracted.
Growing in Christ involves more than just attending church, tithing, and listening to sermons. There are two necessary elements: instruction and involvement.
Our Savior proved the importance of instruction by devoting much of His time to it. And the apostle Paul wrote many letters to educate Christians about godliness. For every believer, learning truth is vital to a healthy walk with God.
So how can we gain knowledge and understanding? One of the most effective ways is to read the Word of God. Scripture instructs us that just as newborns crave milk, we are to desire His Word so that we might grow.
Yet simply listening to the truth does not mean that we’ve acquired it. We have to apply the Word to our life.
Are we listening intently and abiding in the truth? If we’re truly maturing, our life will be increasingly Christlike, and our desires will align more closely with God’s heart.
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