Glorifying God - Module 3 Lesson2

 Glorifying God

Glorifying God is about honoring Him in every aspect of our lives, letting His goodness and greatness shine through us. Here are some ways the Bible guides us to glorify God:

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1. Living a Life of Obedience and Righteousness

John 14:15

“If ye love me, keep my commandments.”

• Application: Obedience to God’s commands is a powerful way to glorify Him. When we follow His ways, we show the world that His will is worthy of honor and respect. This includes living a life that reflects God's moral standards, being honest, humble, forgiving, and patient with others.

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2. Offering Praise and Worship

Psalm 86:12

“I will praise thee, O Lord my God, with all my heart: and I will glorify thy name for evermore.”

• Application: Glorifying God through praise is about expressing our gratitude and reverence. We do this through personal prayer, corporate worship, and songs of praise. It’s a way to acknowledge God’s greatness and set our focus on Him.

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3. Displaying God’s Love in Our Relationships

John 13:34-35

“A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.”

• Application: When we love others sacrificially, as Christ loves us, we reveal God’s love to the world. Showing compassion, forgiveness, and kindness not only reflects God's character but also points others to Him.

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4. Using Our Gifts to Serve Others

1 Peter 4:10-11

“As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God... that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ.”

• Application: God gives each of us unique gifts to serve others. By using these gifts in ways that benefit others and build up His Kingdom, we honor Him. Whether teaching, encouraging, helping, or leading, using these abilities for God’s purposes glorifies Him.

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5. Being Thankful in All Things

1 Thessalonians 5:18

“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.”

• Application: A grateful heart glorifies God. When we give thanks, especially in difficult circumstances, we show that we trust God’s sovereignty and acknowledge His goodness in every situation.

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6. Making God Known to Others

Matthew 5:16

“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”

• Application: By sharing the Gospel and living a life that reflects Jesus’ love and truth, we draw others to God. Our lives become a testimony of His grace, inviting others to experience His love for themselves.

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7. Trusting God in Trials

1 Peter 1:7

“That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ.”

• Application: Faith and trust in God during trials glorify Him, as they show our dependence on His strength and wisdom, rather than our own. It also demonstrates to others that God is our true refuge and hope.

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Summary

To glorify God means to reflect His character, honor His ways, and make His name known. This involves aligning our lives with His will, offering genuine praise, loving others, using our gifts, showing gratitude, sharing His truth, and trusting Him in all circumstances. Through these actions, we fulfill our purpose and point others to His glory.