Beholding the Glory

Cultivating Christian CharacterSteve Gregg
In his talk about cultivating Christian character, Steve Gregg emphasizes the need to set our hearts on holiness to behold the glory of God. Gregg explains that the term "glory" refers to radiance, brilliance, and shining, all present in the presence of God. He goes on to state that Jesus Christ is the ultimate manifestation of the glory of God, and urges us to imitate Christ's behavior to become full of the glory of God. Ultimately, Gregg encourages us to eagerly anticipate the second coming of Christ, and the appearance of God's glory.
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