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DEVOTION:
Scripture: Exodus 33:18–19, NIV)
Then Moses said, “Now show me your glory.”
And the Lord said, “I will cause all my goodness to pass in front of you, and I will proclaim my name, the Lord, in your presence.”
THOUGHTS:
There is a deep hunger in the human soul for the glory of God — a desire to see, know, and experience the One who is beyond comprehension. When Moses prayed, “Show me Your glory,” it wasn’t curiosity. It was longing. He had seen God part the sea, rain down manna, and speak from the mountain — yet he wanted more. He wanted God Himself.
God’s response is as breathtaking as it is revealing: “I will cause all my goodness to pass in front of you.” The glory of God is not merely His radiance or power; it is His goodness made visible — His character shining forth in mercy, love, faithfulness, and holiness. The true glory of God isn’t meant to overwhelm us with spectacle, but to draw us into relationship.
Centuries later, John wrote, “The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the One and Only Son…” (John 1:14). In Jesus, the fullness of God’s glory was revealed — not in thunder or fire, but in compassion for the broken, forgiveness for the sinner, and grace poured out at the cross.
When we worship on Sunday morning, we join the same cry as Moses: “Show us Your glory, Lord.” And God answers, not with distant majesty, but with near and personal love. Every time we forgive, serve, or lift our hands in praise, His glory is reflected anew — not in what we see with our eyes, but in the transformation of our hearts.
PRAYER:
Show us Your glory this morning, not just in the beauty of the sunrise or the songs of worship, but in the faces of those who gather in Your name. Let Your goodness pass before us as You fill our sanctuary with Your Spirit.
We lift our church family, those strong in faith and those struggling to believe, those celebrating and those hurting, those who come with joy and those who come seeking healing. Let each one feel Your nearness and know that Your glory is not far away but living among us.
For those who are sick or weighed down with worry, reveal Your glory through comfort and hope. For those searching for meaning or feeling far from You, let them see Your light through the kindness and compassion of others. May we, as Your people, become Your hands and feet — bringing healing, feeding the hungry, listening with patience, and walking with those in need.
Lord, help us to see that Your glory still moves through ordinary lives doing extraordinary acts of love. When a friend prays for another, when forgiveness is offered, when a child smiles at a stranger — Your glory shines again.
May East Orrington Congregational Church continue to be a reflection of that glory — a place where Your goodness is known, Your mercy is shared, and Your love is alive.
We thank You for the privilege of seeing and sharing Your glory in the world around us.
In the precious name of Jesus Christ, the radiant image of Your glory, we pray.
Amen.
DEVOTION:
Scripture: Exodus 33:18–19, NIV)
Then Moses said, “Now show me your glory.”
And the Lord said, “I will cause all my goodness to pass in front of you, and I will proclaim my name, the Lord, in your presence.”
THOUGHTS:
There is a deep hunger in the human soul for the glory of God — a desire to see, know, and experience the One who is beyond comprehension. When Moses prayed, “Show me Your glory,” it wasn’t curiosity. It was longing. He had seen God part the sea, rain down manna, and speak from the mountain — yet he wanted more. He wanted God Himself.
God’s response is as breathtaking as it is revealing: “I will cause all my goodness to pass in front of you.” The glory of God is not merely His radiance or power; it is His goodness made visible — His character shining forth in mercy, love, faithfulness, and holiness. The true glory of God isn’t meant to overwhelm us with spectacle, but to draw us into relationship.
Centuries later, John wrote, “The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the One and Only Son…” (John 1:14). In Jesus, the fullness of God’s glory was revealed — not in thunder or fire, but in compassion for the broken, forgiveness for the sinner, and grace poured out at the cross.
When we worship on Sunday morning, we join the same cry as Moses: “Show us Your glory, Lord.” And God answers, not with distant majesty, but with near and personal love. Every time we forgive, serve, or lift our hands in praise, His glory is reflected anew — not in what we see with our eyes, but in the transformation of our hearts.
PRAYER:
Show us Your glory this morning, not just in the beauty of the sunrise or the songs of worship, but in the faces of those who gather in Your name. Let Your goodness pass before us as You fill our sanctuary with Your Spirit.
We lift our church family, those strong in faith and those struggling to believe, those celebrating and those hurting, those who come with joy and those who come seeking healing. Let each one feel Your nearness and know that Your glory is not far away but living among us.
For those who are sick or weighed down with worry, reveal Your glory through comfort and hope. For those searching for meaning or feeling far from You, let them see Your light through the kindness and compassion of others. May we, as Your people, become Your hands and feet — bringing healing, feeding the hungry, listening with patience, and walking with those in need.
Lord, help us to see that Your glory still moves through ordinary lives doing extraordinary acts of love. When a friend prays for another, when forgiveness is offered, when a child smiles at a stranger — Your glory shines again.
May East Orrington Congregational Church continue to be a reflection of that glory — a place where Your goodness is known, Your mercy is shared, and Your love is alive.
We thank You for the privilege of seeing and sharing Your glory in the world around us.
In the precious name of Jesus Christ, the radiant image of Your glory, we pray.
Amen.