Day 31 – Living Boldly: Whatever You Do, Do This

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As we conclude this series, we will focus on the most crucial aspect of your life—the one thing that should shape every decision, every action, and every relationship. The question is simple and yet it is profound: What is your ultimate motive for all you do in life? Perhaps you could think of it as a mission statement. Listen to the great apostle.

Rick’s 31-Day Devotions

• 31-Day Marriage Devotion
• 31-Day Parenting Devotion
• 31-Day Young Adult Devotion

So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God (1 Corinthians 10:31).

What Will They Say About You?

Think about how you’d like to be remembered after you die. What would you want others to say about your life? My question isn’t meant to make you morbid but to help you identify your highest priority. Whatever your answer is, it will serve as the lens through which you view life and make decisions. The good news is that God has already revealed what your ultimate aim should be—to live for His glory.

God’s Glory: Your Chief Aim

For Paul, glorifying God was the transcendent goal that shaped everything he did. No pursuit was more important to him than making God’s name great and spreading His fame. To glorify God means:

• Honoring Him as the center of your life.
• Spreading His fame in all you do.
• Living in holy awe of who He is and letting that awe guide your decisions.

Whether in small tasks—eating and drinking, or in the more significant life goals like marriage, children, career—God’s glory should be your driving purpose.

Eternal Perspective

One day, everyone—both in heaven and hell—will glorify God for eternity (Philippians 2:9-11). But glorifying Him now, in your daily life, is your opportunity to live with purpose, focus, and joy. The weight of God’s worth—His glory—gives your life its ultimate meaning.

Time to Reflect

1. Do you see the importance of God’s glory as your chief aim? Take a moment to evaluate your daily life. Are your decisions, relationships, and goals driven by a desire to honor God?
2. What does glorifying God look like practically?
   1. In Your Relationships: Show kindness, humility, and patience, reflecting God’s love for others.
   2. In Your Work or School: Do your tasks with excellence and integrity; you represent Christ.
   3. In Your Free Time: Use your time to serve others, grow in your faith, and avoid distractions that pull you away from God.
3. Living for God’s glory is not just a lofty ideal; it’s a practical, daily commitment. Start small—invite God into your everyday activities and ask Him to help you align your thoughts, words, and actions with His purpose.

Let’s live boldly, living every day to the glory of God, making His name great in all the earth.

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Rick Thomas

Rick launched the Life Over Coffee global training network in 2008 to bring hope and help for you and others by creating resources that spark conversations for transformation. His primary responsibilities are resource creation and leadership development, which he does through speaking, writing, podcasting, and educating.

In 1990 he earned a BA in Theology and, in 1991, a BS in Education. In 1993, he received his ordination into Christian ministry, and in 2000 he graduated with an MA in Counseling from The Master’s University. In 2006 he was recognized as a Fellow of the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC).