Greater Works Than These

Greater Works Than These

"Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever believes in me will also do the works that I do; and greater works than these will he do, because I am going to the Father." 

Jn.14:12

Have you ever thought of the things you do as part of your worship to God. Many associate worship only with coming to formal services on Sunday, however worship is what brings glory to God. Paul defined this in Rom.12:1 "present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship." In 1 Cor.12:7-11, Paul teaches that God gives people abilities through the Spirit as it pleases Him!  So, what we have, what we do is meant to glorify God.  Jesus admonishes all in Jn.16:8, “When you produce much fruit, My Father is honored and glorified.”  

So, what is it about you that makes God smile? Some people think God only smiles when you’re praying or singing or going to church. The truth is, God smiles when you use what He has given you to glorify Him before others.  God gave some the ability to run, others to ride bikes, drive fast cars, solve minute calculations, become entrepreneurs  etc. They’re just good at it. The question is, whether the gift is physical or spiritual, are you using it and yourself to be a sacrifice to God daily? When you use your gifts correctly, God gets the glory. God doesn't expect you to be talented or gifted at everything. He just wants you to use what he’s given you.

Did you know that In the Bible, the word “joy” and the word “gift’ actually come from the same root word in Greek. It’s the same base word used for “grace.” When you use your spiritual gifts, it brings joy to God, and it brings joy to you. The greatest feeling in the world comes from using your gifts for God’s purpose because it works, and you know it, and you enjoy it. It is the greatest thrill in the world to know that God is using you for His purpose. Learn to develop the spiritual gifts that are in you so you can enjoy your life and bring glory to God. There’s no feeling in the world like being used by God, knowing that you’re doing what he made you to do.

Jim