In what ways can believers reflect God's glory as seen in John 17:10? Reading John 17:10 Anew “ ‘All I have is Yours, and all You have is Mine; and in them I have been glorified.’ ” (John 17:10) What It Means That Jesus Is “Glorified” in Us – Jesus is speaking to the Father the night before the cross. – He views His disciples—and every future believer—as a display case for His glory. – When we live in Him, the world sees who He truly is (John 13:35; 2 Corinthians 3:18). Ways We Reflect God’s Glory Today 1. Living in Loving Unity – Jesus’ whole prayer presses toward oneness (John 17:20-23). – A united fellowship mirrors the Trinity’s perfect harmony. – Practical steps: • forgive quickly (Ephesians 4:32) • refuse gossip (Proverbs 17:9) • serve side by side rather than compete (Philippians 1:27) 2. Displaying Joyful Obedience – “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments” (John 14:15). – Obedience is not drudgery; it’s glad agreement with God’s wisdom. – Each “yes” to Scripture shines like light in a dark place (Matthew 5:16). 3. Bearing the Family Resemblance—Holiness – “Be holy, because I am holy” (1 Peter 1:16). – Holiness is separation from sin and devotion to God. – Choices of purity in speech, sexuality, and integrity show His set-apart beauty. 4. Carrying His Mission Forward – “As the Father has sent Me, I am sending you” (John 20:21). – Sharing the gospel is the Spirit’s spotlight on Christ’s saving power (Romans 1:16). – Whether across oceans or across the street, witness magnifies His worth. 5. Cultivating Christlike Character – The fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) is essentially a description of Jesus. – Growing in love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control puts His glory on display. 6. Enduring Trials with Hope – Suffering handled with faith shows the surpassing value of knowing Christ (Philippians 3:8). – “We rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance” (Romans 5:3). – Hopeful endurance convinces onlookers that the gospel is real. 7. Worshiping in Spirit and Truth – Corporate worship centers attention on God’s greatness (Psalm 96:3). – Private worship—prayer, Scripture meditation, gratitude—tunes the heart to His glory so it spills over in public. Putting It Together Glory is not something we muster; it’s Someone we reveal. As we abide in Jesus, the same life that walked out of the tomb pulses through us. God’s plan is breathtakingly simple: put redeemed people on display so the universe can see the splendor of His Son. |
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