How can we glorify God in the church and in Christ Jesus today? The Foundation: Ephesians 3:21 “to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.” Glorifying God Together in the Church • Unite around the gospel. “Only conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ… standing firm in one spirit, with one mind” (Philippians 1:27). • Pursue loving fellowship. “By this all men will know that you are My disciples, if you love one another” (John 13:35). • Gather for wholehearted worship. “Come, let us worship and bow down” (Psalm 95:6). Our singing, praying, giving, and listening declare His worth. • Guard doctrinal truth. “The church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth” (1 Timothy 3:15). Holding Scripture’s literal, inerrant words protects His glory. • Exercise spiritual gifts. “Serve one another, each according to the gift he has received… so that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ” (1 Peter 4:10-11). • Practice sacrificial generosity. “They shared all that they had… praising God” (Acts 2:44-47). Meeting needs displays His abundant grace. • Walk in holiness. “Be holy, because I am holy” (1 Peter 1:16). A purified bride reflects her Lord. Glorifying God Personally in Christ Jesus • Abide in Him daily. “Apart from Me you can do nothing… By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit” (John 15:5, 8). • Obey His Word. “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments” (John 14:15). Obedience shines His character. • Offer your body as a living sacrifice. “This is your spiritual service of worship” (Romans 12:1). • Speak and act for His honor. “Whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31). • Shine good works before a watching world. “Let your light shine… so that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven” (Matthew 5:16). • Endure trials with faith. “When He has tested me, I shall come forth as gold” (Job 23:10). Steadfast trust magnifies His faithfulness. • Share the gospel. “Proclaim the excellencies of Him who called you out of darkness” (1 Peter 2:9). Every testimony exalts Christ’s saving power. Living It Out Generation after Generation • Teach children diligently (Deuteronomy 6:6-7). • Model faith and repentance before them (Psalm 78:5-7). • Entrust biblical truth to faithful disciples who will teach others also (2 Timothy 2:2). • Support global missions so “the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD” (Habakkuk 2:14). A Final Word of Praise Glory belongs to the Father now and forever, made visible in a faithful church and in lives hidden with Christ. Each act of worship, obedience, and witness becomes another echo of Ephesians 3:21—amplifying His glory “throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.” |
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