Praying For Transformation by God’s Glory
Transformation by God’s Glory: Becoming Who We Were Created to Be
Today, we will be praying for transformation by God’s Glory. In a world constantly changing, true and lasting transformation can only come from one source — God’s glory. While many seek self-help books, motivational talks, or outward reforms, the Bible points us to a deeper, more profound change that begins from the inside out: a transformation by encountering and living in the glory of God.
What Is God’s Glory?
God’s glory is the radiant manifestation of His presence, character, and power. It is the weight of His holiness and majesty. When we speak of God’s glory, we are speaking of everything that makes God, God — His goodness, beauty, authority, and excellence. In both the Old and New Testaments, His glory is revealed to change people, nations, and destinies.
“And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.”
— 2 Corinthians 3:18 (NIV)
This verse reveals a powerful truth: beholding God’s glory brings transformation. As we look to Him, worship Him, and walk with Him, we become more like Him.
Transformation Begins in His Presence
Moses’ face shone after he spent time with God on Mount Sinai (Exodus 34:29). Isaiah was cleansed and commissioned after seeing the glory of the Lord in the temple (Isaiah 6:1-8). Peter, James, and John were forever changed after witnessing the transfiguration of Jesus (Matthew 17:1-9).
God’s glory is not just something to admire — it is something that changes us.
3 Ways God’s Glory Transforms Us:
1. From Bondage to Freedom
The presence of God liberates. The glory of God removes the veils over our hearts — the lies, shame, sin, and pain that keep us from walking in freedom.
“Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.”
— 2 Corinthians 3:17 (NIV)
You cannot stay the same when you truly encounter God. The chains of addiction, fear, and insecurity begin to break when you see how glorious and powerful He is.
2. From Glory to Greater Glory
Transformation isn’t a one-time event. It’s a journey — from glory to glory. As you continue to walk with God, read His Word, and seek His face, you’re changed daily.
“The path of the righteous is like the morning sun, shining ever brighter till the full light of day.”
— Proverbs 4:18 (NIV)
The more you see of God, the more your character, desires, and actions begin to reflect Him.
3. From Self-Focus to Christ-Focus
True transformation happens when we stop focusing on ourselves and start focusing on Jesus. God’s glory redirects our lives from selfish ambition to eternal purpose.
“Christ in you, the hope of glory.”
— Colossians 1:27 (NIV)
His glory doesn’t just come upon you — it lives within you when Christ is your Savior. You become a carrier of His glory to the world.
How Can We Experience Transformation by God’s Glory?
Here are a few practical steps:
- Seek God’s Presence Daily – Make time for prayer, worship, and reading His Word.
- Live a Life of Worship – Worship isn’t just a song, it’s a lifestyle of surrender and devotion.
- Let Go of Sin and Distractions – Transformation requires us to lay aside what entangles us.
- Walk in Community – Being around other believers sharpens and strengthens us.
- Be Obedient to His Voice – Transformation requires response. When God speaks, act.
You Were Made for Glory
You were created to reflect God’s image. Sin may have marred that image, but through Jesus, God restores us — transforming us into His likeness.
“For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.”
— Romans 8:29 (NIV)
This is the essence of transformation by God’s glory: not becoming a better version of ourselves, but becoming more like Jesus.
Conclusion
Transformation by God’s glory isn’t about striving or performing. It’s about beholding — fixing our eyes on Jesus and allowing His Spirit to do the work within us. As we do, we will reflect His glory more and more, becoming radiant examples of His grace, love, and power.
Prayer Points on Transformation by God’s Glory
- Lord, as I behold Your glory, transform me daily into Your image. Let my life reflect Your nature more and more.
2 Corinthians 3:18 (NIV)
“And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.”
- Father, renew my mind by Your Word. Help me not to conform to the patterns of this world but to be transformed by Your truth.
Romans 12:2 (NIV)
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”
- Lord, let Your glory rise upon me. Cause me to shine brightly in every dark place for Your name’s sake.
Isaiah 60:1 (NIV)
“Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you.”
- Father, as I spend time in Your presence, let Your glory radiate from my life and be evident to all around me.
Exodus 34:29 (NIV)
“When Moses came down from Mount Sinai with the two tablets of the covenant law in his hands, he was not aware that his face was radiant because he had spoken with the Lord.”
- Lord Jesus, make me one with You. Let Your glory in me unite me with the body of Christ and reveal You to the world.
John 17:22-23 (NIV)
“I have given them the glory that you gave me, that they may be one as we are one— I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought to complete unity.”
Experiencing God’s Glory in Daily Life
- Lord, transform even my physical body to align with Your glory. Help me to live as a citizen of heaven on earth.
Philippians 3:20-21 (NKJV)
“For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, 21 who will transform our lowly body that it may be conformed to His glorious body, according to the working by which He is able even to subdue all things to Himself.”
- O God, give me a new heart and fill me with Your Spirit. Empower me to obey Your Word and walk in Your will.
Ezekiel 36:26-27 (NIV)
“I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will take the heart of stone out of your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. 27 I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes, and you will keep My judgments and do them.”
- Father, strip off the old nature in me. Renew my life in the knowledge and character of Christ, my Creator.
Colossians 3:9-10 (NIV)
Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices 10 and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator.”
- Lord, help me to put away all unrighteousness and put on the new self that is created to be like You in righteousness and holiness.
Ephesians 4:22-24 (NIV)
“You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; 23 to be made new in the attitude of your minds; 24 and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.”
- Father, I submit to Your plan to conform me to the image of Your Son. Let my life reflect the glory You have destined for me.
Romans 8:29-30 (NIV)
For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters. 30 And those he predestined, he also called; those he called, he also justified; those he justified, he also glorified
Beholding and Becoming: Changed by God’s Glory
- Lord, I long to see You. Prepare me, so that when You appear, I will be like You and share in Your glory.
1 John 3:2 (NIV)
“Dear friends, now we are children of God, and what we will be has not yet been made known. But we know that when Christ appears, we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is.”
- Heavenly Father, lead me from strength to strength. Let every encounter with You lift me to a greater dimension of Your glory.
Psalm 84:7 (NIV)
“They go from strength to strength, till each appears before God in Zion.”
- Lord, may the knowledge of Your glory fill the earth through my life, my voice, and my testimony.
Habakkuk 2:14 (NIV)
“For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea.”
- Jesus, You are full of glory and truth. Let me behold You clearly and reflect Your glory in my everyday life.
John 1:14 (NIV)
“The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.”
- Holy Spirit, wash me, renew me, and transform me daily. Let Your work of grace in me be complete and evident.
Titus 3:4-6 (NIV)
“But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, 5 he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, 6 whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior,”
Be a Part of the Night of Divine Encounter
Join us for a transformative time of prayer and worship during our corporate prayer sessions:
- Early Morning Cry: Stream live on our website daily from April 26 to May 2, 2025, between 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM MST.
- Night of Divine Encounter: Participate online or in person on Friday, May 2, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM MST. Our physical meeting will be held at:
Winston Heights Mountview Community Association (Main Hall), 520 27 Avenue, NE, Calgary.
You can also stream live via our Church’s website, Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube channels.
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We look forward to connecting with you as we experience God’s divine presence together!
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