How can we reflect God's glory in our daily interactions with others? The Veil and the Glow Exodus 34:33 records: “When Moses had finished speaking with them, he put a veil over his face.” • Moses had literally stood before the LORD, and his skin truly blazed with reflected glory. • Israel saw the light yet feared it; the veil let them listen without shrinking back. • Time with God leaves visible evidence—then and now. • Under the new covenant Christ removes the veil: “And we who with unveiled faces all reflect the glory of the Lord are being transformed into His image with intensifying glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.” 2 Corinthians 3:18. --- Begin Where Moses Began—In God’s Presence • Reserve unrushed, daily time in Scripture and prayer. • Expect real sanctification: “Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth.” John 17:17. • Seek His face with surrender (Psalm 27:8). When hearts behold Him privately, countenances shine publicly. --- Live Unveiled—Choose Authenticity • Share God’s work in you—victories and struggles. • Confess sin promptly: “If we walk in the light… the blood of Jesus… cleanses us.” 1 John 1:7. • Refuse duplicity (Colossians 3:9-10). Authenticity makes it clear the glory is His, not ours. --- Let His Character Color Your Conversations • Speak grace that builds up (Ephesians 4:29). • Speak truth in love (Proverbs 12:19). • Speak hope (1 Peter 3:15). When people leave a conversation lighter, they have touched reflected glory. --- Turn Ordinary Tasks into Gospel Showcases • Serve gladly: “so that in all things God may be glorified.” 1 Peter 4:11. • Work excellently (Colossians 3:23-24). • Practice generosity (2 Corinthians 9:13). Mundane chores become platforms for divine splendor when done unto Him. --- Guard Your Heart; Purity Magnifies Glory • Shun grumbling; shine as lights (Philippians 2:14-15). • Flee immorality; glorify God with your body (1 Corinthians 6:20). • Cultivate the Spirit’s fruit (Galatians 5:22-23). A clean mirror reflects the brightest light. --- Snapshot List: Everyday Practices That Shine • Begin mornings with Scripture meditation. • Greet people by name; dignify them. • Interrupt your schedule to help someone. • Send Scripture-laced encouragements. • Offer honest, excellent work even unseen. • End days recounting God’s mercies with thanks. --- Scriptures to Memorize “In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” “This is to My Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, proving yourselves to be My disciples.” “Not to us, O LORD, not to us, but to Your name be the glory, because of Your loving devotion, because of Your faithfulness!” |
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