"...the more the Bible comes alive with meaning"
Reading The Bible Unlocked is an enriching journey for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Scripture and uncover the profound truths within the Word of God. This book serves as a guide to study tools and methodologies that allow readers to navigate the complexities of biblical text. With its emphasis on research and careful analysis, it equips believers with strategies to uncover the original meaning of passages, peeling back layers of historical context and cultural nuances that often obscure modern interpretations. By delving into the intent behind God's words, The Bible Unlocked inspires a more intimate and accurate relationship with the Scriptures.
CHAPTER 19
How to Improve Your Daily Life
What I’m about to share could be one of the biggest game changers in improving your daily life. It has the potential to transform the decisions you make, how you act, how you respond to others, and how you treat them.
Every day, in every situation, your actions ultimately boil down to one of two things: you either glorify God or glorify Satan. Period.
Before anyone argues with their spouse, yells at their children, or mistreats a pet, they should pause and think: By my actions, am I glorifying God or Satan? God blessed each of us with the ability to think and reason, we should use it wisely.
Consider this: if someone reads the words of this book and dismisses them without thought or research, who are they glorifying by that quick judgment?
Take another example. For veterans who have shed blood in battle to defend our country, know that this act of service can glorify God, as seen in Psalm 144, the soldier’s prayer. On the other hand, committing senseless violence, such as lying in wait to harm someone without cause, glorifies Satan.
Even in the simplest of disputes, whether about the position of the toilet paper roll, the toilet seat, or the toothpaste cap, ask yourself: Who am I glorifying through this argument?
Now, for more complex scenarios, like considering a significant life decision such as a gender change, the question remains: Who is being glorified by this choice, God or Satan? These are not matters to argue about but to reflect on deeply.
Many people argue endlessly over trivial matters, feeling compelled to be right at all costs. But when they do, who are they glorifying? Even in religious discussions, some individuals argue about Biblical teachings, believing they are doing God’s work. Forcing beliefs on others does not glorify God. Planting seeds of faith and allowing others to make their own choices does glorify God.
Remember, God granted each of us free will, but that freedom comes with consequences. If someone chooses to glorify Satan, that is their decision, and their soul.
Here’s the takeaway. If you strive every day to glorify God and align your actions with His will, you will experience a more joyful and fulfilling life. God wants to bless us, but we must take responsibility to earn those blessings.
