Have you ever wondered how you can truly glorify God with your life? Well, you’re in the right place. Today, we’ll explore this profound question and discover practical steps to make it a reality in your daily walk with Christ.
The Divine Price Tag
Think about this for a moment: Jesus Christ paid the ultimate price to redeem us, who believed. The depth of His sacrifice calls us to respond with a resounding desire to bring glory to His name through our lives. So, how can we do that? Let’s dive in.
Unpacking the Essence of Glorifying God
In the book of John 15:8, Jesus says, “You glorify God with your life by producing an abundance of fruit; this is how My Father is glorified, and thus you become my disciples.” But what exactly does this mean?
Glorifying God isn’t just about singing praises on Sunday or reading your Bible daily (though these are undoubtedly important). It’s about producing fruit through your life – those beautiful, impactful acts of service to God that touch the lives of others. These fruits are the tangible ways through which you share the incredible gifts and potential that God has placed inside you.
You Are the Light of the World
Matthew 5:14-16 paints a vivid picture of our role as believers. We’re described as the “light of the world” and a “city on a hill” that cannot be hidden. Your light isn’t just for your benefit; it’s for everyone in the world. When you allow your light to shine brightly, it draws people closer to God and magnifies His glory. In other words, shining as lights in the world is intricately linked to bearing fruits that touches the lives of others.
The Power of Bearing Much Fruit
But why is producing abundant fruit so crucial in glorifying God? Let’s break it down:
- Multiplying God’s Glory: The more lives you touch through your fruitful endeavors, the greater glory God receives. When God uses you to heal the sick, they will send praises to God on your behalf. Most poor people don’t know how to connect with God’s provision, when you meet their needs, you are indirectly extending the goodness of God to them. You become an answer to their prayer.
- Universal Impact: Every Christian is called to impact numerous lives. It’s not about a select few; it’s about the multitude of lives affected when you share your fruits on a global scale. The world needs you and that is why God placed you here. God doesn’t want you to be a passer-by on this earth, He wants you to be a change agent by the light you shine.
- Fulfilling God’s Mandate: Remember God’s mandate to “be fruitful, multiply, replenish, and subdue”? That implies an overflowing abundance of your fruits, unleashing your potential to the benefits of people and to the glory of God.
What’s Your Definition of “Much Fruit”?
God once instructed Abraham to gaze at the sky and try counting the stars or the grains of sand. It was an illustration of divine expectations regarding “much fruit” – it’s beyond human enumeration. It’s the kind of fruit that can’t be quantified. God did not limit us and we shouldn’t limit ourselves where generating much fruit is concerned.
Matthew 5:15 reinforces this idea, emphasizing that your fruit should illuminate the lives of all people, if possible, providing spiritual light to the entire world. You have a destiny that is billed to touch the entire world.
Putting It All into Action
So, what can you do to glorify God with your life? Here are some actionable steps and a heartfelt call to action:
- Consciousness of Universal Impact: Recognize that in God’s divine agenda, you are designed to touch the lives of everyone, without exception.
- Global Intent: Your spiritual fruit must be intended for the world, transcending borders and cultures.
- Worldly Light: Remember, you are the light of the world, not just of your nation or community (Matthew 5:14).
- Global Reach: God is glorified when we make a global impact, and in today’s world, technology and communication make it possible to reach people worldwide.
- Acknowledging and embracing the Blessings: Express gratitude for inventions like electricity, cars, planes, salvation, healing, doctors, and lawyers that enable us to spread the message of God’s love more effectively. As you acknowledge them, you need the wisdom of God to put them to effective use for the glory of God.
In Conclusion
Glorifying God with your life as a Christian isn’t a matter of negotiation; it’s your divine calling. As you embrace these biblical principles and take action, may the Lord grant you the grace and strength to fulfill His will, magnifying His glory throughout the world in the name of Jesus. Shine your light, dear believer – the world needs it!
God bless you Sir. more grace