Today’s readings: Isaiah 43:1–7, Matthew 5:16, 1 Corinthians 10:31

I journaled on Isaiah 43:7:

“Everyone who is called by My name, whom I have created for My glory; I have formed him, yes, I have made him.”

We Were Created for His Glory

Isaiah reminds Israel—and us—that our very purpose is to bring God glory. Israel could face the future with hope, not because of their strength, but because they belonged to the Lord, who created, redeemed, and called them by His name.

This same truth applies to us. God did not create, redeem, and call us without intention. He formed us for a purpose—to glorify Him in every part of our lives.

Don’t overcomplicate purpose. At its core, it’s this: you were created to glorify God.

Reflecting His Light

As believers, we don’t have inherent light—we reflect the light of Jesus. As 2 Corinthians 3:18 teaches, the more we behold His glory, the more we reflect it. That reflection serves two purposes:

• To guide the lost—our light illuminates the path back to Christ.
• To point to God’s grace—our good works should never glorify us, but draw people’s eyes to Him (Matthew 5:16).

This means we must guard against anything that blocks His light in us—whether pride, sin, or selfish motives.

Living for His Glory in All Things

Paul reminds us in 1 Corinthians 10:31: “So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” Even the simplest actions are opportunities to glorify Him.

Glorifying God means:

• Living in a way that doesn’t encourage others to sin.
• Restricting our own freedoms when necessary, so as not to cause others to stumble.
• Examining every word, action, and relationship with one question: Does this glorify God?

Walking in purpose is not about how much we can “get away with” while calling ourselves Christians. It’s about asking: does this reflect His glory?

God’s Presence in Trials

Isaiah 43 also reminds us that God’s presence is steady in trials:

• “When you pass through the waters… when you walk through the fire…” (v.2) Trials are not “if” but “when.”
• Yet we need not panic, fear, or run. Walking calmly through the fire shows confidence in God’s strength and care.

The God who created and called us will not abandon us. His promise to be with us—through deep waters, rushing rivers, or burning fire—remains sure.

A Word From the Lord

As I reflected, I heard Him say:

“Don’t overcomplicate what it means to walk in purpose. I created you to bring Me glory. That is your purpose. Everything you do should glorify Me. Before you speak or act, ask: how does this bring God glory? If you cannot answer, do not speak or act. Examine your relationships—are you glorifying Me through them? Ask Me to reveal and heal the ones out of alignment.”

Prayer

Father God, thank You for creating me with purpose. Thank You for redeeming me so that I can walk in that purpose, which is to glorify You. Forgive me for the moments I’ve spoken or acted in ways that did not bring You glory. Reveal the areas of my life that are out of alignment with You. Heal relationships that dishonor You. May I reflect Your light and bring You glory in all I do. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Resources I Use

• Love God Greatly SOAP Journal – helps me break down scripture into Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer.
• Bible App + Enduring Word Commentary – to study different translations and gain deeper context.
• Black Post-it Notes + Metallic Pens – perfect for keeping verses like Isaiah 43:7 or 1 Corinthians 10:31 visible throughout the day as reminders to glorify God.

Takeaway: Your purpose isn’t complicated. You were created to glorify God. Let your words, actions, and relationships reflect His light so that others may see Him in you.