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Introduction: Doxology

            All of creation was made to give glory to God. “The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork” (Ps.19:1).  God says we were also created for His glory (Isa. 43:7).  In fact, God’s role as Creator makes Him worthy of our glory: “Worthy are you, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they existed and were created” (Rev. 4:11).

            This paragraph is covered in lesson 4 and ought to be taken to heart as the process of discipleship begins.  All of life is for the glory of God.  This is never to be assumed.  It is to be pursued with all vigor and diligence.  The glory of God is the standard by which all short-comings are measured for Paul says to fall short is to fall “short of the glory of God” (Rom. 3:23).  All Biblical truth is God’s truth and points to His glory.  God is the main character of the Bible.  Redemptive History is brought about so that those who are saved by His grace would live to the praise of His glory (Eph. 1:6,12,14,17,18).  Salvation, heaven, blessings, struggles, victories, trials, works, efforts - life is to be lived so God receives glory.

            This is the reason you were saved.  It ought to be the reason you walk the walk and fight the good fight of faith.  You are encouraged to intentionally and consciously focus all your energy upward that God might receive honor from your life and from your learning and obedience to His Word.  This is how Christ brought His Father glory (John 10:25; 17:5,6) and it is how we bring Him glory (Matt. 5:16).  Never take for granted the privilege of living for this purpose and as you learn these following concepts from the lessons to come, let them be building blocks that lift you higher and higher in your praise to God. “whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” 1 Cor. 10:31.