"Even every one that is called by My Name: for I have created him for My glory, I have formed him; yea, I have made him... This people have I formed for Myself; they shall shew forth My praise." Isaiah 43:7,21.
"In whom also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestinated according to the purpose of Him who worketh all things after the counsel of His own will: That we should be to the praise of His glory..." Ephesians 1:11,12a.
When we have the desire to help others, whether it is financially, or any other way, if we do it in a way that gives God the credit and not ourselves, we are bringing glory to His Name through good works.We can do good works with a meek and humble spirit, that does not bring attention to ourselves, when we are acting in love to others, following the example our Lord Jesus displayed when He was here on earth.
"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in Heaven." Matthew 5:16.
"Having your conduct honest among the Gentiles: that, whereas they speak against you as evildoers, they may by your good works, which they shall behold, glorify God in the day of visitation." 1 Peter 2:12.
"Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God."
1 Corinthians 10:31.
Doing good works is very important as a means of glorifying God, but it is also important that we can, and should glorify God in all that we do, that is, in our entire manner of life. This includes our home life with our families, how we treat our neighbors, and how we act on the job with our boss and co-workers. All of these areas are wonderful opportunities to show forth the glory of God.
The word "whatsoever" in the above verse is very important to remember. Once we profess to be Christians, we are watched very closely by others, oftentimes, much more closely than we realize. It is easy to bring reproach to the Name of God if we are careless with our words or deeds while doing trivial insignificant things. Others are watching us closely at these times, watching to see if we are truly living for God all the time, not just when we know others are watching us.
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