In what ways can God's glory fill the earth through our actions today? Psalm 57:11—God’s Desire on Display “Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth.” How Our Daily Walk Extends His Glory • Live out the fruit of the Spirit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control (Galatians 5:22-23). • Pursue holiness in every choice; “just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do” (1 Peter 1:15). • Let integrity shape speech and conduct, reflecting the God who “cannot lie” (Titus 1:2). Proclaiming the Gospel of Christ • Share the good news lovingly and clearly (Romans 1:16). • “Let your light shine before men” so they “glorify your Father in heaven” (Matthew 5:16). • Support missions—praying, giving, going—so “the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD” (Habakkuk 2:14). Serving with Compassion and Justice • Feed the hungry, visit the sick, welcome the stranger (Matthew 25:35-36). • Defend the oppressed (Isaiah 1:17); every act of mercy points people to the compassionate heart of God. Stewarding Creation • Care for the earth as entrusted caretakers (Genesis 1:28; Psalm 24:1). • Simple habits—reducing waste, planting, conserving—become testimonies that the world is the Lord’s. Cultivating Worship in Community • Gather faithfully; corporate praise magnifies His greatness (Psalm 34:3; Hebrews 10:24-25). • Sing truth, read Scripture aloud, celebrate the Lord’s Supper—together declaring His worth. Raising the Next Generation • Teach children diligently (Deuteronomy 6:6-7). • Model repentance, gratitude, and reliance on God, shaping hearts that will “declare His glory among the nations” (Psalm 96:3). Faithfulness in Work and Culture • “Whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31). • Produce excellent, honest work; art, science, business, and craftsmanship can all echo His creativity and order. Life Together as the Church • Love sacrificially (John 13:34-35); unity showcases His glory (Ephesians 3:10). • Use spiritual gifts to build up others (1 Peter 4:10-11), so that “in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ.” A Growing River of Glory Every Spirit-led step—word spoken, act performed, prayer offered—spreads the splendor of the King. One day this process will reach its climax: “Blessed be His glorious name forever; may all the earth be filled with His glory. Amen and Amen.” (Psalm 72:19) |
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