How can you align your actions with the truth of Romans 11:36? Romans 11:36 at the Core Romans 11:36: “For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever! Amen.” Recognize God’s Complete Ownership - Everything originates “from Him” (Genesis 1:1; James 1:17). - “The earth is the LORD’s, and the fullness thereof” (Psalm 24:1). - View yourself as a steward; filter every decision through revealed Scripture. Depend on His Sustaining Power - All things hold together “through Him” (Colossians 1:17). - Abide in Christ—“apart from Me you can do nothing” (John 15:5). - Trust, not self-reliance (Proverbs 3:5-6). Direct Everything Toward His Glory - “To Him are all things” makes His honor the target (1 Corinthians 10:31). - Seek God’s approval over human applause (Galatians 1:10). - Let good works spotlight Christ, not self (Matthew 5:16). Practical Ways to Live It Out Morning • Open the day with Scripture and thanksgiving (Psalm 143:8). Work or School • Do each task “for the Lord” (Colossians 3:23). • Steward time and resources wisely. Relationships • Speak words that build up (Ephesians 4:29). • Offer forgiveness quickly (Ephesians 4:32). Money • Tithe and give generously (Malachi 3:10; 2 Corinthians 9:6-7). • Budget with eternity in view (Matthew 6:19-21). Rest and Recreation • Choose activities that honor Christ (Philippians 4:8). Evening • Review, repent, and rejoice in His grace (1 John 1:9). Verses to Keep in View - Colossians 3:17: “And whatever you do, in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.” - 1 Peter 4:11: “…so that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen.” - Psalm 115:1: “Not to us, O LORD, not to us, but to Your name be the glory, because of Your loving devotion, because of Your faithfulness.” |
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