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1. The Gospel Is Called Glorious Paul stated, “In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them” (2 Corinthians 4:4). The gospel is considered glorious by Paul because it is the means by which those who are blinded by sin and wickedness of this world are able to see and find their way from blindness. The glorious gospel of Christ shines to lead sinners from their sins. Since the gospel is glorious, it should be the message preached to mankind. In many religious circles, including within some churches of Christ, the gospel is not preached. When the gospel is not preached, sinners are not able to find their way from sin. At your place of worship, ensure the glorious gospel is being preached because it is the power of God unto salvation (Romans 1:16). 2. The Church Is Called Glorious Paul, writing to the Ephesians concerning the church, penned, “That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot or wrinkle, or any such thing: but that it should be holy and without blemish” (Ephesians 5:27). The church is described as being splendid, full of glory, noble, and honorable. Since this is the case, how do we treat Christ's glorious church? Members of the body make up this glorious church. Do we treat this glorious institution with the honor and respect she deserves? Do we call Christ's church boring, dead, and uninteresting? Paul called it glorious! It is time we begin acting and living like we are a part of that glorious body! 3. The Appearing of Jesus is Called Glorious Again, Paul stated, “Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Savior Jesus Christ” (Titus 2:13). For some the coming of the Lord will be a day of disaster. Those who are not prepared to meet the Lord will not look upon his coming as being glorious. Those who are living the Christian life on a daily basis and remaining faithful can look forward to the coming of Jesus. What a glorious time it will be! Conclusion Many times we do not think of the gospel, the church, and the appearing of Jesus as being glorious. Let us begin to hold these two entities and this single event in the highest of regards. The way we live our lives will determine if we believe the gospel, the church, and the appearing of Jesus are glorious. If our beloved brother Paul described this trio as being glorious, we should do our best as members of the church to treat them with the respect, honor, and reverence they deserve. How would you treat something that is glorious? K.A. Pugh |