Living For God

Tuesday 31^st March 2026

TOPIC: LIVING FOR GOD

SCRIPTURE: These people have I formed for myself; they shall show forth my praise. Isaiah 43: 21,

For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.

Philippians 1:21.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: Life finds its true meaning when it is lived for God and viewed through the lens of eternity.

Dr Myles Munroe (of blessed memory) once made a profound statement that “When the purpose of a thing is not known, abuse is inevitable.” In our journey of life, it is important for us to understand why we are here on earth.

There are many people who are living the way they want because of their misunderstanding of the essence of life. They don’t understand why they are alive. They don’t understand why they were created.

But it is important for everyone to ask themselves these questions: Why on earth am I here? Where am I coming from, and where am I going? This is because if you don’t know your origin, you can never understand your destiny. If you don’t know where you are coming from, you will never truly know where you are going.

Now, why were we created?

1. God formed us for Himself so that we can live for Him (Isaiah 43:21). Nobody forms something for himself and then allows that thing to decide what it wants to do. God formed us for Himself so we can live for Him.
2. God created us for us to live for Him and glorify Him (2Corinthians 5:15). Jesus died for us so we can live for God. If someone dies for you for you to live, it is not right for you to live contrary to their wishes and desires.

Now, what does it mean to live for God?

1. Living for God means living a life that is centered on God. A life that revolves around God. Not living for self and money. It is not living at random without direction. It is living in a way that God Himself knows, the devil knows, your friends know, and even your enemies know that your life is centered around God. If you live a life that people around you cannot tell that God is the center of your life, that is self-deception. Life finds its true meaning when it is lived for God and viewed through the lens of eternity.

Your decisions are fueled by your consideration for God. Your actions are sponsored by your relationship with God. You don’t do things for the same reasons as others.

2. Living for God means living by His principles and His precepts. It means living by the dictates of God, not by the dictates of the world. The world does not tell you how to live, how to talk, how to dress, or how to make money; God does. Living for God is living according to God’s ways of doing things, not according to the ways of the world.
3. Living for God means living with kingdom character and lifestyle, not worldly character. It is living according to Kingdom values in speech, in conduct, in dressing, in appearance, in integrity, etc. There should be a clear difference between those who serve God and those who do not (Malachi 3:17).
4. Living for God means living on assignment for Him. Paul the apostle says, For to me, to live is Christ (Philippians 1:21). Every genuine encounter with God produces a desire to serve Him. Living for God means living for kingdom expansion, soul winning, and eternal impact. A life that only consumes and never contributes to God’s kingdom is a wasted life.
5. Living for God means living with eternity in view. This world is temporary; everything we are pursuing will all pass away. It is only what we do for eternity that will remain. There is heaven to gain and hell to avoid. Living with eternity in view puts life in proper perspective. It helps you live right, knowing that you are accountable to God for your life, time, and resources.

Remember this: Life finds its true meaning when it is lived for God and viewed through the lens of eternity. 

ASSIGNMENT(S)

1. Reflect on how you spend your time, money, and energy—are they eternity-focused?
2. Commit to doing at least one intentional act this week that advances God’s kingdom.

PRAYER: Father, thank You for your Word to me today. Lord, open my eyes to the reality of eternity. Deliver me from careless living and misplaced priorities, Lord in Jesus Name.

FOR FURTHER UNDERSTANDING GET THE MESSAGE: Living for God by Dr. Paul Enenche

QUOTE: You can never get the right result at the wrong address. You will never achieve the right result while working in the wrong office, You will never see the right result, living in the wrong environment. Culled from the book: Be Wise and Rise. By Dr. Paul Enenche.

DAILY BIBLE READING: 1 Chronicles 24-26

AMAZING FACT: Blue whales have hearts weighing up to 2,000 pounds.

PROPHECTIC DECLARATION/WORD: Be en-graced to live for God today in Jesus’ Name.