1 Corinthians 10:31

Mission Briefing

1 Corinthians 10:31 might be one of the most practical verses in the whole Bible. It says: “Whether you eat or drink or WHATEVER you do, do it all for the glory of God.” Whatever you do. That includes homework. That includes how you talk to your little brother. That includes what you do when you think no one’s watching. That includes how you treat the lunch table where nobody wants to sit. God is interested in ALL of it – not just the churchy parts of your life.

Integrity means being the same person everywhere. Not kind at church and rude at home. Not honest when a teacher’s watching and sneaky when they’re not. The goal isn’t to perform for people – it’s to live in a way that reflects WHO you belong to. And when you do things with God in mind, even ordinary things become extraordinary. A meal becomes a moment of gratitude. A conversation becomes an opportunity for kindness. A game becomes a chance to show sportsmanship. Suddenly, every part of your day has a purpose.

What Does 1 Corinthians 10:31 Mean?

You don’t have to wait for a big moment to honour God. The way you load the dishwasher, the way you respond when you’re frustrated, the way you treat someone nobody else notices – all of it matters. Integrity is doing those small things well, even when they feel invisible. God sees. And He calls those moments glorious.

Mission Activity

Write out your normal daily schedule – morning routine, meals, school, free time, bedtime. Next to each item, write one way you could do it “for God’s glory.” (Example: “Breakfast – say thank you.” “Free time – be kind online.”) Try to live out your list for one full day. At the end, write down which one surprised you most. (Note: the verse above is paraphrased to help younger readers connect with its meaning. The original is 1 Corinthians 10:31 NIV.)