WHEN YOU KNOW The Glory Revealed

As your faith deepens, your love for God will naturally expand. My love for God surpasses my affections for material things and people, without any offense intended. Pause for a moment to appreciate the abundance of blessings in your life. The very miracle of your existence alone is overwhelming to comprehend.

Psalm 119:18

Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.

Recently, a friend and I discussed typical topics like the weather, finding solace in overcast days that shield us from scorching heat. We reflected on how our perspectives have evolved over time, finding joy in simple acts like waking up, showering, and dressing ourselves. Just being able is a blessing. When we adopt this mindset, each day we cherish the gift of life and find magic in the ordinary moments, such as enjoying ice cream with loved ones or sharing a conversation with a friend. This enchanting essence, akin to fairy dust, reveals itself as the divine glory of God, recognized through our growing wisdom.

As we delve deeper into the scriptures to understand God's guidance on living, loving, worshiping, and facing life's challenges, we enhance our decision-making, cultivate love, practice forgiveness, reduce resentment, and find fulfillment in acts of charity. Through this journey, we grow in patience and wisdom, learn to appreciate life's simple pleasures and small blessings. Embracing these principles, we navigate the tests of faith, assume greater responsibilities as stewards of Christianity, and become beacons of Christ's light. This path leads us to a profound relationship with God, ushering in increasingly glorious days of spiritual growth and fulfillment.

When you know that: Jesus sacrificed himself for our sins, granting forgiveness upon rebirth, you break free from the shackles of shame and regret that evil and guilt seek to impose.

When you know that: "You should fear no evil, for thou art with me," it opens your eyes to perceive the divine glory.

When you know that: the Creator of Heaven and Earth is your loving father, it unveils the glory before your eyes.

When you know that: medical professionals and debt collectors hold no ultimate power compared to your wealthy all healing Heavenly Father, it allows you to see the glory.

When you know that: "He will come again to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end," it illuminates your vision to witness the glory.

When you know that: every human is your sibling and embracing your life's purpose of worship, fellowship, and spreading goodness, kindness, and love; it unveils the glory of God in life, for your eyes are open. You will recognize the blessings all around.

Psalm 23

23 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.

By immersing yourself in scripture and prayer, you open your eyes to witness the Lord's splendor, miracles, and glory each day. Embrace this message, become a beacon for the Gospel, and experience the freedom and divine splendor that God brings.

Scriptures for Reflection:

Genesis 1:1

In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.

Ephesians 1:18

Having the eyes of your hearts enlightened, that you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints,

Acts 26:18

To open their eyes, so that they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins and a place among those who are sanctified by faith in me.