JULY 18, 1 Corinthians 10:31

Today’s verse sounds somewhat tough to follow, does it not? In everything we do, to glorify God? Is it even possible? It is, but it’s very tough…

A Christian should be wholly devoted to God. Paul, as a minister, put his whole heart into saving the souls of his hearers (read verses 32 and 33) and he earnestly encouraged his readers that in whatever they do, they must do it to the glory of God.

Perhaps let us learn from Paul how he did it. First of all, remember Paul was not perfect and neither are you, or anyone else for that matter. Even though we are Christians, we would never be perfect, until we reach heaven. But everyday, we must keep close to Jesus and learn from the Bible so that the teachings of the Bible will somehow become part of us. When that happens, we will be able to think more like Jesus, do things the way Jesus would, and that would be doing all to the glory of God.

Paul was also willing to suffer for Christ. He was shipwrecked, flogged (caned), and faced many other dangers. All for the sake of the Lord. How about us? It is not likely that God will ask you, a child, to face such dangers. But the Lord will ask you and me to live our life for Him, to learn how to “suffer” for Him.

How we “suffer” could be in the form of not lying, when we know that telling the truth will make mummy unhappy. Another way could involve us being faithful in doing our Quiet Time and reading the Bible, and we “suffer” in having less time to watch our favourite TV programmes.

That is the way God wants us to live. He wants us to do everything for His glory. When we serve the Lord, we must do it cheerfully and not complain. When our service for the Lord is difficult and tedious, we must persevere.

Thought: How else could you glorify God?

Prayer: Heavenly Father, please help me remember to do all things to glorify Thee. Teach me that it has to be a natural part of me, and it starts with me being faithful with my quiet time and reading my Junior RPG and Bible. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen.