Glory
It seems to make sense that the most logical “next thing” is whatever it is that will bring God the most glory. When considering what brings glory to God, what comes to mind?
The first thing that pops into my mind—well, not a thing—but a person, Jesus. His life, His every moment, His every thought, His every action was glorifying to His father. He was obedient in every way and did not live to please Himself or anyone else, only His Father.
We are called to, “Do it all for the glory of God,” Corinthian 10:31, and we are also called to follow our Lord Jesus, and we know He sought to bring glory to His Father in everything.
So, how exactly do we know if the “next thing” God has for us is from Him or from ourselves? It’s a very difficult thing to discern, and I’m not a theologian or an ordained minister, so I’m not going to lay out a step-by-step guide on how to find or accomplish the next thing. But my pastor gave us an acronym with the word GOSPEL that helps to test our thoughts and determine if what we are setting out to do is going in the direction of bringing God glory. Here it is:
Glory-Will this decision primarily be about my glory or God’s glory?
Others-What do other gospel-saturated, Christ-centered, wise friends say about this upcoming decision?
Scripture-Does the Bible command, permit, or prohibit this decision? What does inerrant, infallible Scripture say?
Prayer-Have you abided with, rested in, asked from, listened to, and waited on God in this decision over time?
Evangelism-Will this decision give me the opportunity to share the gospel and invite people to faith in Jesus?
Lifestyle-Will this decision lead me to live a lifestyle of love marked by the Fruit of the Spirit and holiness?
I pray this will help provide clarity and that the Lord will speak to you through these questions.
*GOSPEL acronym by Dr. Adam Flynt, Church of Eleven22
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