Most human beings are interested in and quickened by the thought of glory. It may be the glory of riches or of some unique prowess and distinct achievement; or perhaps it is the resplendent glory and majesty of kings and states, or maybe the wonder of those rare things of material beauty which defy duplication. Possibly it is the glory of the sky or the vastness of the sea; or again it may be some inward glory that exalts or inspires one.
Not all people who are attracted by glory realize that there is no glory without inspiration and that inspiration is a gift from on high. Famous writers, architects, musicians, poets, and painters have achieved glory through inspiration. Some have consecrated their talent to work that would turn men's thought to God, to His beauty, majesty, love, and mercy. These men and women have experienced bliss and exaltation in their work because of this high motive, and others have shared their joy and have been blessed. Earth's greatest achievements have behind them a recognition of what is true glory.
Handel's "Messiah" is sung by thousands and heard by millions who recognize in it an echo of the glory of the Lord. Many lovely cathedrals and churches are outward expressions of inner vision and devotion. David's ninety-first Psalm, fraught with spiritual grandeur and comfort, is sublime poetry. Mary Baker Eddy wrote the textbook, "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures," to give men a practical understanding of the glorious truths of the Bible, and thousands today study it because this key has unlocked the Scriptures in their spiritual sense.
