Glory, Gold, and God

There are three main reasons for European Exploration. Them being for the sake of their economy, religion and glory. They wanted to improve their economy for instance by acquiring more spices, gold, and better and faster trading routes. Also, they really believed in the need to spread their religion, Christianity.

Gold: Rumors of gold made explorers believe they could get rich quickly. They believed the pay off would be huge. If an explorer found new land, he was paid in gold and riches by the King and Queen of his country.

Machiavelli

(Entry 1 of 3) 1a : praise, honor, or distinction extended by common consent : renown. b : worshipful praise, honor, and thanksgiving giving glory to God. 2a : something that secures praise or renown the glory of a brilliant career.

Now the Son of Man is glorified, and God is glorified in Him (John 13:31. Jesus subsequently addresses a long prayer to His Father in which he says: I have glorified you on earth by finishing the work that you gave me to do. Now, Father, glorify me with that glory I had with you before ever the world existed.

The Hebrew word which is used for glory in the Old Testament has the simple meaning of “heaviness” or “weight”. It was used in everyday speech to express the worth of a person in the material sense, and then to express the ideas of importance, greatness, honour, splendour, power, and so on.

Lastly, we understand that the glory of God is the invisible made visible through looking at Jesus Christ. Jesus glorifies God the most because he reveals God the most (because he is God made flesh) (John 1:1, John 1:14, Colossians 1:15, Hebrews 1:3).

“You bring glory to God when you treat someone kindly, no matter how they treat you.” Another said, “It brings glory to God when you share Christ no matter what you’re going through.”

7 Ways to Glorify God in Your Daily Life

1. Sing worship songs. “Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth.
2. Stay connected to Him.
3. Serve others.
4. Share the Gospel.
5. Fulfill His purpose for your life.
6. Pray for eyes to see these opportunities.

Whatever you do, do it all for the Glory of God- 1 Corinthians 10:31: A Christian Journal Filled with Favorite Bible Verses (KJV) – Red Heart Jesus Christ Crucifix- Volume 2 Paperback – October 29, 2018.

John Piper provides a helpful definition, “’Glorifying’ means feeling and thinking and acting in ways that reflect his greatness, that make much of God, that give evidence of the supreme greatness of all his attributes and the all-satisfying beauty of his manifold perfections.” I can’t make God beautiful, but I can …

In the Mighty Name of Jesus, I willfully yield all areas of my life to You, Lord. Whatever I do, I will do in the Name of Jesus and in His Power, Honoring You with Glory and giving Praise to You, Lord, for the work which You have and will do in and through me. In Jesus’ Name I pray, Amen.”

2 something that brings or is worthy of praise (esp. in the phrase crowning glory) 3 thanksgiving, adoration, or worship.

To glorify God is simply to make God’s glory seen and known; or to display God’s glory; or to draw attention to God’s glory. When God is made known to others in a way that accurately portrays Him we glorify Him.

A physical body is given to each of us by our loving Heavenly Father. He created it as a tabernacle for our spirit to assist each of us in our quest to fulfill the full measure of our creation. Our bodies allow each of us to experience the great plan of salvation that He has designed for all His children.

I want you to know that you are beautiful, and your body is perfect just the way you are right now. Psalm 139:14 – “For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” Ephesians 2:10 – “For we are God’s masterpiece.

Here are seven ways to honor God with our bodies and keep ourselves healthy.

1. Moving your body.
2. Drinking enough water.
3. Eating nutritious foods.
4. Seeking proper medical care and following through.
5. Taking action to reduce stress in our lives.
6. Avoiding things that are damaging to our bodies.

In 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (ESV), he asks, “Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.” The context of this astounding assertion pertains to the avoidance of sexual immorality.

Jim Rohn

Part of the reason God tells us not to make images (2nd commandment) is that God has already made images of Himself: human beings, male and female. Changing the nature of a human being violates God’s law because to reject God’s image is to reject God Himself. This is why changing the nature of a human being is a sin.

It was to be a place where burdens were laid down and rest could take place as the people’s focus remained solely on God. With this in mind, it is incredibly important that we remember what we learn in 1 Corinthians 3:16-17.

Treating your body like a temple means to honor and respect the body God has created for you. Christians believe the spirit of God lives within and the body houses the Holy Spirit. To keep a healthy temple it’s important to eat healthy foods, get the right amount of sleep and exercise.