When you start living for God instead of for yourself, it changes everything. You might think that if you decide to follow Jesus, then you can’t do anything that you used to do. And there may be some things in your life that God doesn’t want you to do at all, but for many things, it’s just a matter of doing them for God instead of for yourself.
When we live for ourselves, there’s very little meaning in our lives. But when you decide that, whatever you do, you will do it for God, your life will have new purpose, meaning, and direction. Changing why we do what we do (from doing things for our own selves to doing them for God), will automatically change both what we do and how we do it. And it’s so important that we are building a deeper and deeper relationship with God, because the more we know who God is and what He wants, the better we can live our lives in Jesus’ name.
Bible Verses About Living for God:
- Colossians 3:23 | Work at everything with all your heart.
- Psalm 119:9 | Live according to God’s Word.
- Ephesians 2:10 | God prepared work for us to do.
- Colossians 3:17 | Do everything in Jesus’ name.
Family Time Questions About Living for God:
- What are some examples of things that you can do for God instead of for yourself?
- What are some examples of things that God just never wants you to do?
- Why is it important to always be building your relationship with God?
Prayer:
Dear God, thank you for all that you do for me. Help me to live my life for you, and to know you more and more every day. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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