How can men today honor being "the image and glory of God"? Seeing the Verse in Context 1 Corinthians 11:7—“For a man ought not to cover his head, since he is the image and glory of God; but woman is the glory of man.” Paul grounds his instruction in God’s creational design: a man is uniquely called to display, through his life and leadership, the greatness of the God whose likeness he bears. The Image: Representing God’s Character • Reflect moral purity (Ephesians 4:24). • Exercise wise stewardship (Psalm 8:6). • Live in covenant love (Ephesians 5:1-2). The Glory: Displaying God’s Excellence • Make God’s worth visible (1 Corinthians 10:31). • Reject sin’s exchange of glory (Romans 1:23). • Embrace Christ’s restoration (2 Corinthians 3:18). Practical Ways to Honor the Image and Glory of God • Walk in holiness (1 Thessalonians 4:3-4). • Lead with sacrificial love (Ephesians 5:25-28). • Guard your speech (Ephesians 4:29). • Work diligently (Colossians 3:23-24). • Steward creation (Genesis 2:15). • Cultivate Spirit-fruit (Galatians 5:22-23). • Practice justice and mercy (Micah 6:8). • Worship openly (Hebrews 10:25). • Shine in suffering (1 Peter 4:12-14). • Mentor the next generation (2 Timothy 2:2). Walking in Christ, the True Image Jesus is “the image of the invisible God” (Colossians 1:15). Abiding in Him reproduces His likeness (John 15:5). Guarding Against Distortions Resist self-glory, conforming instead to renewed minds (Romans 12:2). Confess sin quickly (1 John 1:9). Living Daily in Dependence on the Spirit “Walk by the Spirit” to fulfill your calling (Galatians 5:16). Summary and Charge Men bear God’s image and exist for His glory. Mirror His character, magnify His worth, and mold every sphere of life to reflect Jesus Christ. |
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