How can we apply the principle of seeing God's glory in daily life? The Heart of the Verse “Jesus said to her, ‘Did I not tell you that if you believed, you would see the glory of God?’” (John 11:40) Seeing vs. Believing: The Connection - In Christ’s words to Martha, sight follows faith. - Belief is not a vague optimism; it is active trust in the Person and promises of Jesus (Hebrews 11:6). - The more firmly we believe, the more clearly we perceive God’s glory already present. Obstacles that Dim Our Vision - Unconfessed sin (Isaiah 59:2) - Preoccupation with earthly concerns (Mark 4:19) - Cynicism or intellectual pride (1 Corinthians 1:26–29) - Isolation from the Body of Christ (Hebrews 10:24–25) Daily Practices to Recognize His Glory 1. Faith-Filled Obedience • Act on Scripture promptly—even in small matters—and watch for God’s fingerprint in the outcome (James 1:22). 2. Gratitude Lists • Record specific mercies each day; gratitude tunes the heart to glory (Psalm 103:2). 3. Creation Walks • Nature declares His glory (Psalm 19:1); a ten-minute walk becomes worship when eyes are open. 4. Simple Stewardship • “Whatever you do, do all to the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31). Folding laundry, balancing budgets, or answering emails becomes sacred when offered to Him. 5. Testimony Sharing • Speak of God’s works at the dinner table or over coffee (Psalm 145:4–6). Testimony sharpens vision—for teller and listener alike. 6. Scripture-Saturated Mind • Memorize and meditate on verses that spotlight His majesty (2 Corinthians 3:18). The Spirit uses truth to lift the veil. 7. Expectant Prayer • Ask, “Show me Your glory today” (Exodus 33:18). Then stay alert for His answer in both dramatic and ordinary moments. Scriptural Snapshots of Everyday Glory - Provision: “My God will supply all your needs” (Philippians 4:19) ‑- glimpse His abundance in a paid bill or a shared meal. - Guidance: “In all your ways acknowledge Him” (Proverbs 3:6) ‑- recognize His directing hand in a timely phone call or sudden clarity. - Transformation: “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation” (2 Corinthians 5:17) ‑- notice incremental victories over old habits. - Fellowship: “Where two or three gather in My name, there am I with them” (Matthew 18:20) ‑- sense His presence in conversations soaked with grace. Encouragement for the Journey - The earth “will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD as the waters cover the sea” (Habakkuk 2:14). We live as advance witnesses to that coming reality. - Keep your eyes of faith open; today’s routine holds unseen radiance. Believe—and you will see. |
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