Revelation 14:6-7 -- On Giving Glory to God

"And I saw another angel fly in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting gospel to preach unto them that dwell on the earth, and to every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people,
Saying with a loud voice, Fear God, and give glory to him; for the hour of his judgment is come: and worship him that made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and the fountains of waters."
Revelation 14:6-7


I like the "give glory to him" part here... first, because the's the example of Christ, doing the will of his father, giving him glory rather than taking it for himself. One of the big differences between God's plan and Satan's plan. And I also think that that is just one of the big traps of life... the temptation to glorify yourself, or at least attempt it... wanting to feel important and cool and *better* than others. But we aren't. We might be above average in some things, but other people are above average in other things, and we all have things to learn from each other. Today, let's work on stepping outside ourselves and acknowledging God's hand in our lives, giving him the glory. And let's try to let go of our need to be right, and try out some more humility and listening as well. Tough, I know, but a good day to give it a shot. :)