First off, I can do NOTHING apart from Christ (John 15:5). He should be the complete motivation and focus of my days. Am I waking and spending time with Him? Am I doing what I know will honor Him? Do I resist tempation? Do I labor at work and at home as though I'm doing it for Him?
I love the verse that says "Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do everything for God's glory." (1 Cor 10:31). For me, and most likely all of you, eating and drinking are pretty basic. We don't put too much thought into it, unless you're an uber menu planner like I should be. If we're called to do something as basic as eating for God's glory - wouldn't we be called to do the things that are harder too?
Am I parenting for God's glory?
Am I keeping my home for God's glory?
Am I working for my employer for God's glory?
What about serving and submitting to my husband?
Am I practicing hospitality for God's glory?
Am I forgiving others for God's glory?
As I type this, I am beginning to realize the phrase "for God's glory" is three sided.
On one side, "for God's glory", means to do something that will honor Him in the eyes of other people. Will what I am doing cause other people to honor and love the Lord? Would I be ashamed of what I am doing if I were to get caught (...like munching on a third cupcake when I should have only had one...or entertaining thoughts)
Another side of "for God's glory" point us more inward. It speaks more to our intentions. Am I serving in ministry to bring honor to God or to myself? Am I like
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