Matthew 28
Just as the earth had quaked upon Jesus' death, so also did it quake upon His resurrection.
Read Matthew 28.
"Then Jesus came near and said to them, 'All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth.'" (28:18)
Jesus had come to earth with the mission of restoring the broken relationship of mankind with God the Father. The Cost: The torture and sacrifice of a sinless, innocent man and a temporary, but ever painful separation from God.
The Reward:
"and I saw One like a son of man
coming with the clouds of heaven.
He approached the Ancient of Days
and was escorted before Him.
He was given authority to rule,
and glory, and a kingdom;
so that those of every people,
nation, and language
should serve Him.
His dominion is an everlasting dominion
that will not pass away,
and His kingdom is one
that will not be destroyed." (Daniel 7:13-14)
His authority, as evidenced by his defeat of Death itself, is the basis by which we have the authority to "make disciples of all nations". Because of the magnitude of the deed Christ completed on the cross, the Father gave to Jesus every square inch of the universe. As the Church, when we make disciples, we are essentially claiming for Jesus what is already His.
It is a great privilege that we get, as mere sinners, to be included in the establishment of Christ's reign on earth. Take a moment today to consider Christ's authority over the universe. How would a firm confidence in his authority change your everyday actions and thoughts? How often do you remember that Christ is your King? How are you currently contributing contributing to the Kingdom?
"And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” (28:30)
As we obey Christ and teach others to as well. We can be confident in Jesus' authority and his desire for relationship. I AM is with us.
Starter Prayer:
Jesus,
I confess that I often forget to consider your place in the universe
I often make myself the king.
Maybe I don't explicitly call myself, "King", but my actions and thoughts say otherwise!
Please forgive me.
Please let your authority give me confidence to obey and to GO.
Please use me to advance your Kingdom on earth until you return.
Thank you for being a loving, merciful King.
I would not want to serve anyone but you!
I am yours.
Read Matthew 28.
"Then Jesus came near and said to them, 'All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth.'" (28:18)
Jesus had come to earth with the mission of restoring the broken relationship of mankind with God the Father. The Cost: The torture and sacrifice of a sinless, innocent man and a temporary, but ever painful separation from God.
The Reward:
"and I saw One like a son of man
coming with the clouds of heaven.
He approached the Ancient of Days
and was escorted before Him.
He was given authority to rule,
and glory, and a kingdom;
so that those of every people,
nation, and language
should serve Him.
His dominion is an everlasting dominion
that will not pass away,
and His kingdom is one
that will not be destroyed." (Daniel 7:13-14)
His authority, as evidenced by his defeat of Death itself, is the basis by which we have the authority to "make disciples of all nations". Because of the magnitude of the deed Christ completed on the cross, the Father gave to Jesus every square inch of the universe. As the Church, when we make disciples, we are essentially claiming for Jesus what is already His.
It is a great privilege that we get, as mere sinners, to be included in the establishment of Christ's reign on earth. Take a moment today to consider Christ's authority over the universe. How would a firm confidence in his authority change your everyday actions and thoughts? How often do you remember that Christ is your King? How are you currently contributing contributing to the Kingdom?
"And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” (28:30)
As we obey Christ and teach others to as well. We can be confident in Jesus' authority and his desire for relationship. I AM is with us.
Starter Prayer:
Jesus,
I confess that I often forget to consider your place in the universe
I often make myself the king.
Maybe I don't explicitly call myself, "King", but my actions and thoughts say otherwise!
Please forgive me.
Please let your authority give me confidence to obey and to GO.
Please use me to advance your Kingdom on earth until you return.
Thank you for being a loving, merciful King.
I would not want to serve anyone but you!
I am yours.
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all authority in Heaven and on earth is Jesus'
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