Honoring God
Saul, Also Called Paul – Acts 13:9
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The name "Paul" means "little," potentially a dismissive nickname. But Paul chose to be known by this name, focusing the attention of God.
Submitting to One Another – Ephesians 5:21
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Submission does not come easy and it can be challenging. But it should be our goal, submitting to others and honoring Christ as we do.
Responding to Human Acclaim – Acts 14:13-15a
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It is encouraging to be told we were helpful. But any acclaim we receive or give should be redirected to our Lord.
Is it Worship or Entertainment? – Deuteronomy 12:4
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If what appeals to us, rather than what honors God, is the determining factor in our worship, then our “worship” is a form of entertainment.
Showing God as Holy – Numbers 20:12
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How many blessings do we miss out on because we do not trust God enough to show him as holy in all that we do?
Is Christ Glorified in Me? – 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12
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We should make it our goal to live lives of love that will honor Christ and draw people to him. Lives that will glorify Christ.
Be Careful About Boasting – 2 Corinthians 10:17-18
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What other people think of us does not matter. What does matter is what Christ thinks of our service. Make sure all acclaim goes to him.
Deflecting Credit to the Proper Source – Acts 3:12
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Seek to glorify God in all you do. Always be careful to point others to the one who alone is worthy of our praise and glory.
God Delights in Those Who Fear Him – Ps. 147:10-11
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God is not too impressed by what humans are impressed by. God looks instead at the heart, delighting in those who fear him.
Giving Lip Service to God – Isaiah 29:13
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How much of my 'Christian' life is merely external activity? Do I only honor God with my lips? Or with my heart as well?
Don’t Show Contempt for the Lord – Malachi 1:6-8
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Do you show contempt for the Lord by offering to him less than your best? Honor God by giving yourself, and all you do, fully to him.
Honor God With Your Body – 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
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As a believer, I am called to honor God with all that I am, including my body and activities. Live as though he were with you all the time.
