The Most Important Truth in Life
When I consider Thy heavens, the work of Thy fingers, the moon and the stars, which Thou hast ordained; WHAT IS MAN, that Thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that Thou visits him? Psalm 8:3-4
I wrote a devotional piece recently on the WILL OF GOD. It is a very important matter and related to the most important questions of a Christians life. Our secular culture asks:
- Why am I here and how did I get here?
- Is there a purpose for my existence?
- Am I a part of the evolutionary process or is there a divine creator to whom I am responsible?
- Is there life beyond death and for what purpose?
First, we know that God exists. For I know that my redeemer liveth… (Job 19:25). The psalmist wrote, Great is the LORD and greatly to be praised; and His greatness is unsearchable (Psalm 145:3).
Second, He created me/us for Himself. Even everyone that is called by My name: for I have created him for My Glory, I have formed him; yea, I have made him (Isaiah 43:7). This people have I formed for myself; they shall show forth my praises (Isaiah 43:21). Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honor and power; for Thou has created all things, and FOR THY PLEASURE they are and were created (Revelation 4:11).
Third, and not to deflate your ego, God does not need us. Plato asked, “What advantage accrues to the gods from what they get from us?” Sad to say, there are some Christians who think along these lines – “God is so lucky to have me!”
The Apostle Paul, in his address at the Areopagus said, God made the world and all things therein, seeing that He is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth not in temples made with hands; Neither is worshipped with men’s hands, as though He needed anything, seeing He giveth to all life, and breath, and all things (Acts 17:24-25).
Again, God does not need us and yet, noting the difference between Who He is and who we are, it is an incredible privilege to honor, worship and serve Him. God provides special blessings to those who understand this difference. Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven (Matthew 5:3). The poor in Spirit are those who have a right estimate of self. They recognize that they are not worthy of anything. God, Who is sovereign creator of everything that exists, sustainer and redeemer, provides mercy and grace that is far greater than our unworthiness.
It is in understanding this truth that we recognize that God’s will in our lives is very important. God desires to use us as instruments in accomplishing His plans and purposes on earth.
The one principle that would bring so many blessings to our lives and cause us to miss so many of life’s troubles is this: GOD’S GLORY IS ALWAYS THE ISSUE. We who are saved sinners ought to be fervently committed to this principle. We would avoid much sin in our lives and there would be much blessing so that many of our loved ones, neighbors, friends, fellow employees, and others would desire to know the secret of our spiritual possession, the joy of the Lord, the peace of God and the hope that we possess in Christ Jesus.
Is God’s glory the number one priority of your life? If so, your life should be abounding with thanksgiving. Your light will shine bright for God’s glory (Matthew 5:16).
Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, OR WHATSOEVER YE DO, do all to the glory of God (I Corinthians 10:31). When God’s glory is the most important thing in your life, you will find yourself singing the great hymns of the faith differently, because they will come from your heart and not just your head. Sometime today, sing a hymn of praise (like How Great Thou Art). Ask yourself whether it came from your heart or head. How important is God’s glory to you? Are you truly committed to doing God’s will?
George Stiekes held successful pastorates in churches in Michigan and Washington among other places. He currently resides in North Carolina and blogs at Reverent Reflections. We recommend his ministry and republish his material by permission.