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Give God the Glory || Bishop Paul Sharp
In our message from Sunday evening, November 3, 2024, we explored the profound truth that God inhabits the praises of His people, creating an atmosphere where His presence can dwell. This is not merely about singing songs we enjoy, but about crafting a space where God feels welcome. We delved into the story of Moses from Deuteronomy, where despite his close relationship with God, he was denied entry into the Promised Land due to disobedience and taking God's glory for himself. This narrative serves as a powerful reminder that the blessings of God are contingent upon our obedience and humility.
Moses' story is a cautionary tale about the dangers of pride and the importance of giving God the glory in all things. Even though Moses performed great miracles and led the Israelites out of Egypt, his moment of disobedience and self-glorification cost him dearly. This teaches us that no matter how much God uses us, we must always remember that it is His power and glory at work, not ours.
We also discussed the concept of glory in the New Testament, particularly in 2 Corinthians, where Paul speaks of the glory of God being more radiant in the ministry of the Spirit than in the ministry of the law. This glory transforms us from the inside out, changing us from glory to glory. It is a reminder that our sufficiency is from God, and any power or authority we have is a result of His presence in our lives.
The sermon concluded with a call to humility and a reminder that God uses us despite our weaknesses. We must be careful not to take credit for what God does through us, as this can lead to spiritual downfall. Instead, we should seek to be vessels through which God's glory can shine, always giving Him the praise and honor He deserves.
**Key Takeaways:**
1. **Creating an Atmosphere for God:** Our worship is not about entertainment but about creating a space where God feels welcome. When we praise Him, we invite His presence into our midst, allowing His Spirit to move and work among us. This is a sacred responsibility that requires sincerity and devotion.
2. **The Cost of Disobedience:** Moses' story illustrates that disobedience and taking God's glory can have severe consequences. Despite his close relationship with God, Moses was denied entry into the Promised Land because he failed to honor God in the eyes of the people. This serves as a warning to us to remain humble and obedient.
3. **The Greater Glory of the Spirit:** The New Testament ministry of the Spirit is more glorious than the Old Testament law. This glory transforms us, changing us from glory to glory, and is a testament to the power of God working within us. Our sufficiency comes from Him, and we must always acknowledge that.
4. **Humility in God's Service:** God uses us despite our weaknesses, and we must be careful not to take credit for His work. The glory belongs to God, and we must always give Him the praise and honor He deserves. This humility is essential to being used effectively by God.
5. **The Paradox of Power and Weakness:** While we may desire power and authority, true spiritual power comes from being broken and humble before God. Paul understood that God's strength is made perfect in our weakness, and we must be willing to die to ourselves so that Christ can be manifest through us.
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By CalvaryOKCIn our message from Sunday evening, November 3, 2024, we explored the profound truth that God inhabits the praises of His people, creating an atmosphere where His presence can dwell. This is not merely about singing songs we enjoy, but about crafting a space where God feels welcome. We delved into the story of Moses from Deuteronomy, where despite his close relationship with God, he was denied entry into the Promised Land due to disobedience and taking God's glory for himself. This narrative serves as a powerful reminder that the blessings of God are contingent upon our obedience and humility.
Moses' story is a cautionary tale about the dangers of pride and the importance of giving God the glory in all things. Even though Moses performed great miracles and led the Israelites out of Egypt, his moment of disobedience and self-glorification cost him dearly. This teaches us that no matter how much God uses us, we must always remember that it is His power and glory at work, not ours.
We also discussed the concept of glory in the New Testament, particularly in 2 Corinthians, where Paul speaks of the glory of God being more radiant in the ministry of the Spirit than in the ministry of the law. This glory transforms us from the inside out, changing us from glory to glory. It is a reminder that our sufficiency is from God, and any power or authority we have is a result of His presence in our lives.
The sermon concluded with a call to humility and a reminder that God uses us despite our weaknesses. We must be careful not to take credit for what God does through us, as this can lead to spiritual downfall. Instead, we should seek to be vessels through which God's glory can shine, always giving Him the praise and honor He deserves.
**Key Takeaways:**
1. **Creating an Atmosphere for God:** Our worship is not about entertainment but about creating a space where God feels welcome. When we praise Him, we invite His presence into our midst, allowing His Spirit to move and work among us. This is a sacred responsibility that requires sincerity and devotion.
2. **The Cost of Disobedience:** Moses' story illustrates that disobedience and taking God's glory can have severe consequences. Despite his close relationship with God, Moses was denied entry into the Promised Land because he failed to honor God in the eyes of the people. This serves as a warning to us to remain humble and obedient.
3. **The Greater Glory of the Spirit:** The New Testament ministry of the Spirit is more glorious than the Old Testament law. This glory transforms us, changing us from glory to glory, and is a testament to the power of God working within us. Our sufficiency comes from Him, and we must always acknowledge that.
4. **Humility in God's Service:** God uses us despite our weaknesses, and we must be careful not to take credit for His work. The glory belongs to God, and we must always give Him the praise and honor He deserves. This humility is essential to being used effectively by God.
5. **The Paradox of Power and Weakness:** While we may desire power and authority, true spiritual power comes from being broken and humble before God. Paul understood that God's strength is made perfect in our weakness, and we must be willing to die to ourselves so that Christ can be manifest through us.