How can we "glorify the God and Father" in our daily lives? Anchored in Romans 15:6 “so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” What It Means to Glorify the God and Father • To glorify is to display the worth, beauty, and supremacy of God so that He is seen as He truly is. • Scripture treats this as our highest purpose: “Whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God.” (1 Corinthians 10:31) Living Out Unity of Mind and Voice • Unity springs from shared truth: “Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth.” (John 17:17) • It is expressed in harmonious speech: “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly… with all wisdom.” (Colossians 3:16) • It reflects Christ’s prayer: “that they may all be one… so that the world may believe.” (John 17:21) Daily Habits That Magnify the Father 1. Word-Centered Thinking – Start and end the day in Scripture (Psalm 1:2). – Memorize key passages that fuel praise (Psalm 103). 2. Unified Worship – Gather consistently with believers (Hebrews 10:25). – Sing aloud “with one voice,” letting your heart agree with the lyrics (Ephesians 5:19). 3. God-Honoring Speech – Speak words that build up (Ephesians 4:29). – Refuse grumbling; choose gratitude (Philippians 2:14). 4. Self-Sacrificing Love – Meet tangible needs (1 John 3:17). – Practice hospitality without complaint (1 Peter 4:9). 5. Obedient Service – Treat everyday tasks as service to Christ (Colossians 3:23-24). – Share the gospel openly (Matthew 28:19-20). 6. Continual Praise – Offer “a sacrifice of praise, the fruit of lips that confess His name.” (Hebrews 13:15) – Give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Guarding Against Disunity and Self-Glory • Reject pride: “Do nothing out of selfish ambition… in humility consider others as more important.” (Philippians 2:3) • Confront sin quickly, pursue reconciliation (Matthew 5:23-24). • Keep Christ, not personal preference, at the center (Romans 14:19). Snapshots from the Early Church • Acts 2:46-47 shows believers “of one accord… praising God,” and the result was daily growth. • Acts 4:32 describes a congregation “one in heart and mind,” tangibly sharing possessions. A Closing Encouragement Every ordinary moment—when shaped by shared truth, loving unity, and joyful obedience—becomes an opportunity to glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. |
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