How does Ephesians 1:12 connect with Romans 11:36 on God's glory? Ephesians 1:12—A Purpose Statement “in order that we, who were the first to hope in Christ, would be for the praise of His glory.” Romans 11:36—The Universal Anthem “For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever! Amen.” Shared Threads: Praise and Glory • Both verses place God’s glory at the center—our redemption (Ephesians 1:12) and the entire created order (Romans 11:36). • Ephesians narrows the lens to believers: we exist “for the praise of His glory.” • Romans widens the lens to everything that exists: “from,” “through,” and “to” Him are all things. • Together they teach that personal salvation and global creation share one end: magnifying God. God’s Glory in Redemption and Creation • Isaiah 43:7—“everyone called by My name, whom I have created for My glory”. Creation’s purpose echoes Ephesians 1:12 and Romans 11:36. • 1 Peter 2:9—God’s people are “to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light”. Our witness fulfills Ephesians 1:12. • Psalm 115:1—“Not to us, O LORD… but to Your name be the glory”. The psalmist’s cry matches Paul’s doxology. • 1 Corinthians 10:31—“whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God”. Daily life is calibrated to God’s glory, uniting both texts in practice. Living Out the Connection • Remember the Source: every gift, breath, and opportunity comes “from Him.” • Lean on the Channel: strength to obey flows “through Him.” • Aim at the Target: each choice, relationship, and act of service is “to Him.” • Celebrate Redemption: share how Christ saved you; that testimony is “for the praise of His glory.” • Cultivate Gratitude: thank God openly; gratitude turns ordinary moments into doxology. • Reject Self-Glory: redirect compliments and achievements to the One who made them possible. Summary: One Goal, One Glory Ephesians 1:12 shows that believers are saved to showcase God’s glory; Romans 11:36 declares that everything in existence serves the same glorious end. Redemption and creation sing one song: “To Him be the glory forever!” |
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