The following "Question" was asked by a member of the congregation at Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, and "Answered" by their pastor, John MacArthur Jr. It was transcribed from the tape, GC 1300, titled "Bible Questions and Answers."  A copy of the tape can be obtained by writing, Word of Grace, P.O. Box 4000, Panorama City, CA 91412 or by dialing toll free 1-800-55-GRACE.

Question

Can a person bring glory to God and not be in God’s will?

Answer

That’s a good question. The answer is yes. But, it’s very painful. You remember Exodus 14:17? It says this: “I will get me honor from Pharaoh.” Boy, what a statement! You see, “If Pharaoh will not respond to me and give me glory, I’ll take it.” Yes. You can be out of God’s will and God will get glory from you ultimately, because all things ultimately will redound to his glory.

Another question, “Can you be in God’s will and not give him glory?” No, because being obedient glorifies God.

Added to Bible Bulletin Board's "MacArthur’s Questions and Answers" by:

Tony Capoccia
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