Jesus demonstrated His authority as the true Son of God, who now rules at the right hand of the Father.
They sat on a mountain in Galilee, worshiping. There were eleven of them in total, not including Jesus, listening to His words as He drew close. Some of the disciples had their doubts, so Jesus had to reassure them that He was a trustworthy leader. “All authority has been given to me in heaven and on earth,” He said (Matthew 28:18). If the disciples were going to carry out the Great Commission, teaching others what Christ taught them, they needed to know He was for real. It wouldn’t have been enough simply to spread the sayings of a wise teacher around the world.
When I’m weary of corrupt, worldly leaders and don’t know who to trust, I find so much comfort knowing Jesus is the true King with complete authority. It gives me the deepest sigh of relief. When we look to His leadership, we don’t have to worry about emotional manipulation or strategies to protect His self-image. His reign isn’t abusive or neglectful. It’s fully present and vigilant, just and merciful, all at once. He is the “King of kings and LORD of lords” who entered our world first as a servant and whose kingdom will never end (Revelation 19:16; Philippians 2:7). That’s a leader I want to follow.
Some days, I confess it’s hard to picture Jesus as my King. I’m so used to the gospel accounts, which tell the story of an everyday-looking man in street clothes, who took strolls by the Sea of Galilee and enjoyed a good plate of food. I’m so used to talking to Jesus like a close friend. Praying to Him from my bed at night, as I pour out my sorrows and joys that only He knows. When I picture our Savior enthroned with a scepter, or some other sign of royalty, I get a little intimidated. Is He really the same? The same tender presence that comforts my broken heart and welcomes my very average piano playing as an offering of worship?
The beauty of the gospel is that yes, He is. He’s both. Jesus Christ is our all-powerful King with unparalleled authority, and He’s also the risen Jewish teacher who still has scars on His hands.
What does it mean for Jesus to reign as King today—right now? Whether it feels like it or not, He is already King, and His reign is actively at work. He’s been “given dominion and glory and a kingdom” so all might know and worship Him (Daniel 7:14). But we also know that His kingdom is not fully as it will be when sin, evil, and corruption are weeded out for good. Once this happens, His reign as King will be undeniable by all. Together, we look forward with anticipation to His promised, never-ending rule and reign. I can hardly wait.
His dominion is an everlasting dominion,
which shall not pass away,
and his kingdom one
that shall not be destroyed. – Daniel 7:14 what an incredible hope we can cling to!
I’m so overjoyed to be reminded of who is King of Kings and Lord of Lords. When all we see on the news are stories that try to place fear in our hearts. We are reminded that we are not given the spirit of fear, but of power. Thank you Father for all the gifts you continue to give
It doesn’t look like many of us are here in the present. I have a prayer request. I’m heading to Reno. My mom has taken a turn for the worse & I’ve got a sinus infection. I’m not looking forward to going over the mountains with my ears already being painful. I would really appreciate your prayers y’all. I’ll so my best to keep you posted but Mom does not have internet service, so it may be difficult. Thanks in advance.
All I can say is WOW!!! Bailey WOW!!! Such meaning, such reflection, such….heartfelt, GOD-FELT CHRIST-POWERED words.
Between the Scriptures and Bailey’s devotion how could one not feel God, Christ and the Holy Spirit MOVING in, around and within them.
In my devotional, after one of the sets of Scriptures is this prayer, “Dear God, Shine Your glorious light wherever Your daughter walks so she will never lose her way. Let truth be the light that keeps her faith from fading in dark days. In Jesus’ name, amen.”
Be blessed and the TRIUNE IS WITHIN, IN AND AROUND YOU, ME AND ALL OF US NOW AND ALWAYS, just believe.
I can hardly wait either! Good morning, sweet She’s❤️. Grateful to be going through the study again and having those reminders that someday we will meet our heavenly Father, face-to-face. I’ll say it again, just as Bailey ended our devotion this morning, “I can hardly wait”. God is so good! Praying for all of you this morning that you have a wonderful Wednesday.
I like in Matthew, how it says that the women were frightened, and also filled with joy. I feel like that sometimes.
I am thrilled to be doing the study again. I really think I may have missed some of it last time and I’m grateful to be reminded of Jesus being the King. Blessed be His name. It doesn’t matter what I might be going through right now, and how scared I might be of whatever might come my way, I can still have great joy because He rules over all.
“I can hardly wait” same. ♥️
I loved the reminder that this royal, powerful king is still the same personal comfort that I speak to everyday. He’s the same and both ❤️