"Glory to God Alone" - Romans 11:33-36 - Nathan Edwards

Where will our glory hunger be satisfied?

Outline: 3 reasons God Alone satisfies our glory hunger:

1.Because He alone is Glory (vv. 33) Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God!

2.Because all glory belongs to God (v. 34-36a) For from him and through him and to him are all things.

3.Because He is worthy of all glory (v. 36b) To God be the glory forever, Amen.

Questions for Personal Reflection:

1. What are some ways you see glory hunger in our modern world? What are some of the consequences you have seen from self-glorification?

2. Paul breaks out in wonder at the God of the gospel in Rom 11:33-36. What are some ways the gospel excites wonder in you? How can we develop more gospel wonder in our lives?

3. What are some ways we could use our culture’s glory hunger to point to the gospel?

4. If someone were to say “God seeking his own glory is selfish” how would you respond?

5. Read Genesis 50:20. What are some ways you have seen God bring good out of a bad/evil situation? How can we use this truth to endure bad/evil situations?

6. Read 1 Corinthians 10:31, how might you apply this verse to your job/school, your relationships, your free time, your family? What does it mean for God to get the weight and the praise in these areas?