Do It All For the Glory of God

"So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." 1 Corinthians 10:31

As I was driving to school/work today, I was listening to an old Jeremy Riddle CD of my husband's. As I was singing along, I thought about God being love and just all at the same time (in his "Sweetly Broken" song). I thought about how much I don't deserve God's grace, and yet His love is unfailing. I'm so thankful for the cross today. I've been feeling a little emotional lately, probably because of being inside and not getting enough Vitamin D. But, today in particular I was feeling just an overwhelming awe at Christ's work on the cross. He won the victory for us. We are saved through His grace.

It amazes me that God can take an overweight, out-of-shape body like mine and transform it. I don't deserve it. I've done damage to this 'vehicle' God has given me. But, we know that eating less and exercising will get us back to where we belong. It reminds me of little girls who cut their doll's hair and cry when it won't grow back. But, when we (God's children) get a bad haircut, we have hope for new growth. Again, I feel so undeserving of this miracle... my own sin is what got me here. But, Christ died for me (and you!) to restore my relationship with God and my sin is washed away.

If you're feeling like getting healthier is an uphill battle, remember that Christ already walked the uphill battle for you. His grace saves you. His blood covers you. His mercy will renew and strengthen you. His love will amaze you. So, as you worship this awesome God today, as you eat or drink and in whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.

Dear Heavenly Father, I bow before You in worship. On my face, I praise You for who You are. I am so thankful, God. Thank You for new opportunities. Thank You for never giving up on us. Thank You for new life, new hope, new dreams, new purpose. Thank You that You can restore us. Thank You for the cross. Thank You for Your blood. Thank You for taking away our sin. May we glorify You in ALL we do today, including our eating and drinking. We love You! In Jesus' name, AMEN!