{"id":590,"date":"2025-01-18T20:27:55","date_gmt":"2025-01-18T20:27:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lw-sda.org\/?p=590"},"modified":"2025-02-07T03:36:25","modified_gmt":"2025-02-07T03:36:25","slug":"the-glory-of-service-part-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lw-sda.org\/index.php\/2025\/01\/18\/the-glory-of-service-part-1\/","title":{"rendered":"The Glory of Service – Part 1"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Sermon Notes: The Glory of Service – Part 1<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Introduction<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 God\u2019s presence with Israel:<\/strong> Tangible manifestations of His power and guidance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Speaking directly to Moses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Miracles like the Red Sea parting and manna.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 The cloud by day and fire by night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Shekinah Glory:<\/strong> Visible manifestation of God\u2019s presence above the mercy seat in the tabernacle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Historical continuity:<\/strong> The Shekinah Glory continued into Solomon\u2019s temple, showing God\u2019s presence in their journey and worship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. God\u2019s Glory in the Bible<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 In the Old Testament:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 God\u2019s nature:<\/strong> Honor, power, presence (Isaiah 42:8, 43:7).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Scripture highlights:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Achan\u2019s confession (Joshua 7:19).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 God\u2019s protection as a shield (Psalm 3:3).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 His presence as a wall of fire (Zechariah 2:5).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 In the New Testament:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Christ\u2019s resurrection (Romans 6:4).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Believers called to glorify God through actions (1 Corinthians 10:31).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Glory tied to salvation and spiritual inheritance (Ephesians 1:18).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Transformed by His Glory<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Christ\u2019s Glory:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Pre-incarnation glory (Hebrews 1:3, John 17:5).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Veiled glory on earth, revealing character (Desire of Ages, 43.1).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Full revelation of glory at the resurrection and at the second coming (Titus 2:13).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Believers\u2019 Transformation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Present and future glorification (Romans 8:30).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Reflecting His character through grace (Ephesians 1:6).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Reflecting His Glory<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Living Sacrifices:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Romans 12:1\u20132: A call to live holy lives transformed by a renewed mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 All talents and gifts are sacred trusts (Ellen White).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Through Service:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Reflect God\u2019s glory by serving others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Use our lives to demonstrate His character and light in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reflection Questions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Message<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. How do the visible demonstrations of God\u2019s glory in the Old Testament (e.g., Shekinah Glory, miracles) deepen your understanding of His presence today?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. How does the Bible\u2019s emphasis on God\u2019s glory challenge cultural tendencies to seek self-glorification?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Conduct<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. In what ways can you, like Christ, veil personal glory to reflect God\u2019s character in humility?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. What specific talents or gifts can you surrender as a \u201cliving sacrifice\u201d to glorify God?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Practical Application<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. How can you make glorifying God a priority in your daily decisions, whether at work, home, or in ministry?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. What steps can you take to serve others in a way that makes God\u2019s character visible to them?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Personal Commitment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Reflect on Romans 12:1\u20132. What changes do you need to make in your life to live as a living sacrifice?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. How will you intentionally spend time this week focusing on God\u2019s glory in your prayers, study, and relationships?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prayer Points<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Praise for His Glory:<\/strong> Thank God for His presence in your life and the transformative power of His glory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Commitment to Reflect Him:<\/strong> Ask for the strength and humility to live as a reflection of His character.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Guidance in Service:<\/strong> Pray for wisdom to use your talents and opportunities to glorify God through serving others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May this message inspire us to live transformed lives that shine with the light of His glory.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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