God had promised Abraham that he and Sarah would have a son and He would make him a father of many nations through that son. The challenge was that he and Sarah were in their upper nineties. Even though Abraham realized that this was impossible in the natural, He still believed God. He did not waver at His promise. He was fully convinced that God would do what He promised. The book of Romans reveals just how thoroughly Abraham believed God: Romans 4: 20-22 “He did not waver at the promise of God through unbelief, but was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God, and being fully convinced that what He had promised He was also able to perform. And therefore “it was accounted to him for righteousness.” Abraham gave glory to God by believing God’s promises. He also received his “miracle son” by faith. What “miracle” are you asking God for? The Lord is the same yesterday, today and forever (Hebrews 13:8). He gave Abraham a miracle that is still being spoken about today! Be like Abraham and be strengthened in your faith. Know that what God promises, He is well able to perform. Your miracle is on its way!
What is “Glory?”
The word or term “glory” is often misunderstood. Many use it as part of their worship language. Some will say “glory to God” as a form of respect to the Almighty. But I find that many do not understand what glory is when they are asked. In the Old Testament scriptures, glory is the word “Kabod” which means: honor, great quantity, wealth, reputation, majesty, splendor. When we say “glory to God.” we are ascribing to Him the fact that He is worthy to receive the highest honor. His vast wealth is infinite. His reputation is perfect and to be praised above all. His majesty (dignity, magnificence, grandeur, splendor, regality and awe) is of the highest order. There are various ways that we put God’s glory on display: When we pray, we highlight His faithfulness and love. “Call upon Me in the day of trouble and I will rescue you and you will glorify me” (Psalm 50:15). When we give thanks, we are displaying that He is the giver of every good and perfect gift. “He who offers a sacrifice of thanksgiving glorifies Me.” (Psalm 50:23). When we produce fruit, we are sharing by extension His love to humanity. “My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit” (John 15:8). When we forgive others, we express God’s awesome love, kindness and mercy which was expressed on the cross. “And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors” (Matthew 6:12). There are so many other ways that we can bring Him glory. So remember, as we reflect His majesty and grace in our daily actions, He is glorified. So take out time throughout the day to give Him glory! He is definitely worthy!
Psalm 96:8 “Give to the Lord the glory due His name; Bring an offering, and come into His courts.”
