“And today the LORD is making this agreement with you: you are to be a people peculiarly his own, as he promised you; and provided you keep all his commandments, he will then raise you high in praise and renown and glory above all other nations he has made, and you will be a people sacred to the LORD, your God, as he promised.” Dt 26:16-19
I often forget that true glory comes from becoming fully immersed in God. It’s so easy to get lost trying to seek the glory of this earth. At times, it feels like I am constantly seeking the approval and admiration of others, even to the point where my actions are driven by this desire. But what for? Why would I ever need the glory and admiration of this world, if I can have the praise and glory of God?
It is often said that one cannot serve both God and the world at the same time. And today’s reading reminds me that if I choose to serve Him, He will raise me to the utmost glory and praise. It also reassures me that I do not need momentary glory on this earth when I can have it for eternity with Him. So today, I choose to seek the praise of God, not the world. I choose to serve Him.
“Lord, grant me the discipline to serve You above the world, because You know I cannot do it alone. Though I am weak, I know I can do it with you.”
– Stephen W