October 14

1 Thessalonians 2
I am reminded again from this passage that part of the glory of the Lord Jesus Christ is that He calls us into His own kingdom and glory (v.12) and that, when He returns, part of His glory will be the change that He has produced in us. We are His glory, as our lives are changed by Him (v.19,20). We are called to walk worthy of Him (v. 12). If we are truly justified, the change has already been declared in the heavenly realms. We are called to work out visibly on earth what is true in the heavenlies. That is why focusing on His glory is so important. How can we walk worthy of such glory if we forget what it is? My Jesus not only performed works of power, He always presented attitudes that were beautiful and pleasing to God the Father. He demands holiness, yet extends mercy. He seeks purity, yet pours out grace. He is strong in every situation, yet condescends to me in my weakness. Indeed we serve a glorious King! Speak His glory to someone today!
--Pastor John