Tag: Glorifying God
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How to “Hallow” God’s Name
The first petition of the model prayer Jesus taught his disciples to pray was “hallowed be your Name”. We are instructed to pray that God would act in such a way that his name would be recognized, revered, valued, and celebrated by Peoples throughout the whole world. As the Westminster Shorter Catechism in Modern English…
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7 Principles for Conduct
“The chief end of man is to glorify God and enjoy him forever.” C.J. Mahaney has compiled the following questions and relevant scripture passages to help in determining whether or not a particular activity is glorifying to God. I find these to be very helpful questions. 1. Does it present a temptation to sin? Romans…
Dennis Griffith
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Don’t Waste Your Sports
There are seemingly few resources that help the athlete and the fan channel an enthusiasm for sports to the glory of God. Many misapply Philippians 4.13, taking it out of context, disconnecting it from it’s gospel purpose, and using it as if it is merely a self-help positive thinking slogan. Others assume that sports are…
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Signs of Living to Please God
In Galatians 1:10, the Apostle Paul asks a semi-rhetorical question: “Am I now trying to win the approval of men, or of God?” At this time of the year most of us see the opportunity for a new start. Whether you are one who makes New Year’s Resolutions or not, there seems to be a sense of…
