Psalm 57:5
Be exalted, O God, above the heavens;let your glory be over all the earth.
The Glory of God
The glory of God is the express greatness of his splendour, beauty, excellence, majesty, magnificence and honour. It also refers to the dignity, praise and worship. Jesus Christ is the brightness of his glory and the exact representation of His nature (Hebrews 1:3).
Therefore glorifying God means to acknowledge His greatness, and give Him honour by praising and worshiping Him, primarily because He, and He alone, deserves to be praised, honoured and worshipped. God’s glory is the essence of His nature, and we give glory to Him by recognising that essence.
Depth of His Glory
The glory of God is as high as the heavens and deeper than hell. It is longer than the earth and broader than the seas (Job 11:8-9). The Heavens declare the glory of God; and the skies proclaim the work of his hand (Psalm 19:1). God alone is adorned with glory and splendour, clothed with honour and majesty ( Job 40:10).There is none like Him, the only wise God, the King eternal, immortal ,invincible, to Him be glory and honour forever and ever (1 timothy 1:17).
Importance of the Glory of God to Man
The glory of God gives man purpose. It is the only reason for our existence.
Isaiah 43:7 says God created us for His glory. Therefore it can be said that man glorifies God, because through man, God’s glory can be seen. We are earthly vessels that contain His glory (2 Corinthians 4:7). If you want to live longer, give God the glory due Him. Live by praising God everyday of your life like David. David pleaded with God for a longer life, by saying that, ``how can I praise your works in the grave”, because he knew that no praises came from the grave (Ps 6:5). Praise God, praise His holy name, because you are fearfully and wonderfully made, praise Him because His works are wonderful (Ps 139:14).
Praise Worthy Attributes of God
Immutability- God doesn’t change. He is the same yesterday, today and forever more.
Incarnation Ability- God is a spirit (John 4:24), and has the ability to incarnate. God became a man called Jesus Christ full of grace and truth.
Omniscient-His understanding is infinite. God knows everything.
Omnipresent- God is everywhere. He fills the heavens and the earth.
Immortality- God is immortal, He has no beginning and no end. He lives eternally.
Omnipotent- God is all powerful and there is nothing impossible for Him.
Invincibility- God is invincible. No man can see God. No man has seen God.
Conclusion
Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. Ecc 12:13.
Prayer
Purpose in your heart that you will give God the glory every minute of your life. Live a life of gratitude and give thanks for everything (1 Thess 5:18). Praise the Name of God, because He has done wondrous things in our lives. Let everything that has breath praise his holy name (Ps 150:6).Hallelujah, Hallelujah, to him be the Glory, Power and Might forever and ever, Amen and Amen!!
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Shalom
Enim
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