A Glimpse of Glory

A Glimpse of Glory

Today’s Passage: Colossians 3:1

Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. 

Words of Ministry

Praise is the outward expression of your deep joy! We praise God in worship on Sunday morning. We praise our team when they do well at sporting events. We praise our kids when they achieve a goal or do something special. 

Isn't cheering someone's success and accomplishments an invigorating experience? You'll find the same energy within your spiritual life when you consider the mighty acts of God in the past and in the presence, as well as His acts in your own life.  It will allow you to celebrate the joy and wonder of your relationship with Jesus Christ.

Praise not only is an expression of your joy in the Lord, but it also gives you a taste of what heaven will be like. If you read the last book of the Bible, Revelation, you'll see what I mean. There's a lot of praise and worship going on. I think God wants us to learn that praiseful attitude in this life, in preparation for the next. 

Few things will strengthen your faith more than when you cultivate a rich understanding of God through worship.  Praise Him by remembering His faithfulness to you throughout your years and by looking forward to His promises.  When you worship Him, your faith will be strengthened, your heart encouraged, and your vision of who God is and how He works will grow.

"Praise now is one of the great duties of the redeemed. It will be their employment forever." - Albert Barnes (1798-1870)