Pastor Stephen Dedman

Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.
‭‭I Corinthians‬ ‭10‬:‭31‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Question
What area of your life needs to be more intentionally surrendered to God’s glory?

Context
Glorifying God is more than singing worship songs on Sunday morning. It is a daily choice to honor Him with every part of our lives. Paul reminds believers that even the most ordinary activities like eating, drinking, working, serving, and interacting with others, can become acts of worship when done for God’s glory.

Application
To glorify God means to make His greatness visible through our words, attitudes, and actions. When we choose integrity over compromise, kindness over harshness, and obedience over convenience, we reflect His character to those around us. The world may never open a Bible, but they often read the lives of those who claim to follow Christ.

Jesus perfectly glorified the Father during His earthly ministry. He lived in complete obedience and continually pointed people to God. As followers of Christ, we are called to do the same. Our goal is not to draw attention to ourselves but to point others to the goodness, grace, and power of God.

Truth For The Day
God is glorified when His people live in a way that reflects His character and points others to Him.

Pray
Lord, help me live each day for Your glory. Let my words, attitudes, and actions reflect Your goodness and truth. May others see You in me and be drawn closer to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer;
‭‭Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭12‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Question
What situation in your life today needs to be surrendered to God through hopeful trust and faithful prayer?

Context
In Romans 12, Paul shifts from explaining the gospel to showing believers how to live in response to God’s mercy. He gives practical instructions for everyday Christian living, and in verse 12 he provides three simple but powerful commands: rejoice in hope, endure trials with patience, and remain faithful in prayer. These words were especially meaningful to believers facing hardship, uncertainty, and opposition.

Application
As we begin a new month, many things may lie ahead that we cannot see. There may be opportunities, challenges, victories, or difficulties waiting around the corner. Yet God does not call us to face the future with fear. He calls us to be anchored in hope because our confidence is in Him.

Hope gives us joy because we know God is working. Patience helps us endure when answers do not come quickly. Prayer keeps us connected to the One who holds our future. When these three qualities work together, we can walk through any season with confidence and peace.

Truth For The Day
Your circumstances may change, but the God who guides your steps remains faithful.

Pray
Lord, thank You for the gift of a new month. Help me to rejoice in the hope I have in Christ, remain patient through every challenge, and stay faithful in prayer. Teach me to trust Your timing and rest in Your promises. May my life reflect confidence in Your goodness and faithfulness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called,
‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭4‬:‭1‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Question
Does your daily walk reflect the calling God has placed on your life?

Context
The first three chapters of Ephesians focus on the blessings believers have in Christ. Paul writes about salvation by grace, redemption, adoption into God’s family, and the unity of the church. Then, in chapter 4, he shifts from doctrine to daily living. Writing from prison, Paul urges believers to “walk worthy” of the calling they have received.

The word “walk” refers to one’s manner of life. Paul is reminding Christians that their conduct should reflect the transforming work Christ has done in their hearts.

Application
As followers of Jesus, we have been called out of darkness into His marvelous light. We are called to represent Christ in our homes, workplaces, churches, and communities. Walking worthy does not mean earning God’s favor. Salvation is a gift of grace. Rather, it means living in a way that honors the One who saved us.

A worthy walk is marked by humility, patience, love, forgiveness, and obedience. It is choosing Christlike character when it would be easier to follow the ways of the world. Every day we have opportunities to demonstrate that our faith is more than words. It is a life surrendered to Christ.

Truth For The Day
God has called you to live in a way that reflects His grace, truth, and character.

Pray
Lord, thank You for calling me to be Your child. Help me live in a way that honors You. Let my words, actions, and attitudes reflect the work You have done in my life. Give me the strength to walk worthy of the calling You have given me. In Jesus’ name, amen.