Quotes about Glory

James and John wanted the glory, but not the cup of shame; the crown, but not the cross; the role of master, but not servant.

To overcome in battle, and subdue nations, and bring home spoils with infinite man-slaughter, shall be held the highest pitch 0f human glory.

So live for the kingdom of God. Seek to bring glory to Jesus Christ and the Lord will use you. It is my prayer, my constant and daily prayer, that God would keep me useable.

Just because the vision tarries doesn't mean God has changed His mind or given up on you. It could very well mean that the timing or the situation is not right for God to get the ultimate glory and benefit out of your trusting in Him. Hold on to faith even in the midst of the battle.

don't you ever be forgettin' that this gift you have is for the glory of the Giver, not for the one gifted.

Man's thought is always of the punishment that will come to him if he sins. But God's thought is always of the glory man will miss if he sins. God's purpose for redemption is glory, glory, glory.

Without the interpretation of the universe by man to the glory of God the whole world would be meaningless

Why do men seek honour? Surely in order to confirm the favorable opinion they have formed of themselves.

Thus was the King and the Lord of glory judged by man's judgment, when manifest in flesh: far be it from any of his ministers to expect better treatment.

Man is created for the glory of God.

To dwell in love with saints above— Oh that will be glory! But to dwell below with saints we know— Ah! That's a different story!

I make little account of victory. Nothing is so stupid as to vanquish; the real glory is to convince.