I have found it easier to read the Bible since understanding that God's greatest goal for us is to pursue His glory in all parts of our lives. From Genesis to Revelation, He is center stage...the Alpha and Omega, The Beginning and the End. It is truly all about Him.
In the Bible, He reveals Himself as creator and and the first commandment tells us to have no other gods before Him. He blesses us first for His glory, not just for our benefit. He alone calls and saves His people. He calls us to advance His kingdom for His glory.
He tells us that His judgements and mercy is "that you may know that I am Lord". Ezekial 6:10. Paul tells us to give Him glory in everything we do. Even as we eat and drink. "So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God." 1 Corinthians 10:31.
I've also learned that eternity will be centered around worshipping our savior. "To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be blessing and honor and glory and might forever and ever." Revelation 5: 11-14
We can read the Bible and understand our daily lives much better when we realize He allows events to happen for His glory, not ours. Every word of the Bible teaches us more about Christ and teaches us to trust Him and fellowship with Him. May our ordinary, everyday lives reflect His majesty, power and glory. And we will find that pursuing His glory and allowing Him to be the center of our lives gives us boldness, humility and hope.
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