The Honor of God

What do you live for?

The world’s answer is to live for yourself. But the Bible directs us to a higher pursuit: the honor of God. Apart from this central priority, even many Christians are left aimless and unmotivated. But as we realize who God is in all His holy majesty, we delight in our ultimate purpose of bringing glory to His name.

In this book, Rev. Grant Castleberry presents a God-centered vision for life. After surveying Scripture’s teaching on the honor of God, he hones in on the shame of sin and the grace of Jesus Christ in delivering us from dishonor. Finally, we see how the gospel motivates us to a fulfilling life of joyful reverence in our worship, our service, and the honor we give in our relationships with others.

Endorsements

"At the heart of every culture are certain key values that shape and determine life and thought within that culture. The modern West has a number of such values, but honor and shame are not among them. For Christians, this is particularly challenging, since the world of the Bible is one in which honor and glory, on the one hand, and shame and disgrace, on the other, are major determinants of life. This new work by Pastor Castleberry is, therefore, most welcome, as it helps to reorient our living and thinking around this biblical axis of honor and shame."

—Dr. Michael A.G. Haykin

"As Western society has progressed (or regressed) over the last many years, we have largely lost the notions of honor and shame. More than simply ethical or cultural, these are certainly biblical. And I can think of no one more qualified to write about them than Grant Castleberry. In The Honor of God, Grant aptly explores the weightiness of God's glory and the shamefulness of sin, propelling the reader to consider the ramifications of reclaiming the biblical view of both. He contends that we are to elevate our view of God's transcendent majesty and give Him all the honor and glory due His name. This book will challenge you, convict you, and captivate you."

—Dr. Nate Pickowicz