Renewing Your Mind The Honor of God
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May 23, 2025 Grant Castleberry, senior pastor of Capital Community Church and Ph.D. student in theology, discusses his new book, exploring how understanding God's holiness and grace leads to a fulfilling life. He connects the evolving concept of honor, from military traditions to biblical teachings, emphasizing its role in evangelism and worship. Castleberry critiques contemporary practices that lack reverence and provides insightful reflections on honoring God in everyday actions and relationships, inspiring listeners to deepen their faith.
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Personal Story of God's Honor
- Grant Castleberry's father died in a plane crash which led to early reflection on eternity and God's holiness.
- A movie about Eric Liddell's Olympic decision to honor God inspired his lifelong pursuit of God's honor.
Honor in Marine Corps and Culture
- Honor was a core Marine Corps value that is often misunderstood or lost today.
- In past cultures, honor was deeply tied to personal reputation and societal respect.
The Rule of Honor Explained
- The "rule of honor" means honoring God leads to being honored by God, and dishonoring Him leads to shame.
- Only Jesus perfectly honored God, and believers receive His honor through justification by faith.
