How can we reflect God's glory in our daily interactions like Moses did? Moses’ Shining Face: A Snapshot “the Israelites would see the face of Moses, that the skin of Moses’ face was radiant when he spoke with them.” (Exodus 34:35) Moses met with God, walked back down the mountain, and everyone saw the difference. The glow was not a metaphor. God’s presence literally lit his skin. The same God still desires to be seen through His people today. The Source of the Glow: God’s Presence • Moses didn’t generate light; he simply reflected what he had received. • Time in God’s presence produced a visible effect. • The glory remained noticeable in everyday conversation—ordinary interaction became a platform for divine display. Why the Story Matters to Us • Jesus calls believers “the light of the world” (Matthew 5:14-16). • Under the new covenant we “are being transformed into His image from glory to glory” (2 Corinthians 3:18). • Every relationship, errand, text message, or meeting can become a lampstand for God’s glory. Practical Ways to Reflect God’s Glory Every Day 1. Stay Face-to-Face with God – Start and scatter the day with Scripture and prayer (Psalm 119:105; John 15:5). – Listen, not just talk. Moses received before he spoke. 2. Walk in Immediate Obedience – Obey promptly—Moses came down and delivered God’s words without editing (James 1:22). 3. Radiate Christlike Character – Let the Spirit’s fruit show up in tone, patience, honesty, kindness (Galatians 5:22-23). – Keep short accounts; confess sin quickly so nothing dims the light (1 John 1:9). 4. Speak Words that Build – Choose conversation that gives grace (Ephesians 4:29). – Share Scripture naturally; Moses spoke God’s words, not his own opinions. 5. Serve with Joyful Humility – Wash dishes, answer emails, hold doors as unto the Lord (Colossians 3:23-24). – People notice humble service the way Israel noticed Moses’ glow. 6. Cultivate Community Worship – Gather with believers; corporate worship fans individual embers into a bonfire (Hebrews 10:24-25). 7. Refuse Grumbling and Complaining – “Do everything without complaining… so that you shine as lights in the world” (Philippians 2:14-15). 8. Wear Spiritual “Clothing” – Compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, love (Colossians 3:12-14) are God’s wardrobe for public witness. Fueling the Radiance • Regularly meditate on God’s glory (Psalm 19; Revelation 4). • Fast from inputs that dull sensitivity to the Spirit. • Surround yourself with companions who burn bright (Proverbs 13:20). A Growing Brightness The more consistently we behold the Lord, the more naturally His glory spills into daily life—family rooms, classrooms, boardrooms, checkout lines. Like Moses, we become living reminders that God is near and worthy of attention. |
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