Thursday, November 17, 2005
1 Timothy 6:14-16 . . . That you keep this commandment without spot, blameless until our Lord Jesus Christ's appearing, which He will manifest in His own time, He who is the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings and Lord of lords, who alone has immortality, dwelling in unapproachable light, whom no man has seen or can see, to whom be honor and everlasting power. Amen.
KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS
There are countless kings, presidents, and rulers across this great planet. But all of these rulers could not rule a single person if they were not granted their authority from the King of kings and Lord of lords. As Paul points out: "Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established" (Romans 13:1).
The rulers of this world are given great authority and great responsibility. But, they are not given their power to serve themselves, but to serve their people. A king exists to serve his subjects. He helps the humble farmer when the storm destroys his crop. He rides into battle, sword in hand, to defend his citizens. He visits the people to know their needs, desires and concerns.
Jesus is our King, and the King of all kings. He didn't just come to visit His people, He actually became one of them. He didn't just ride into battle to save his subjects. Enduring hell, He fought to the death to ensure victory and safety for His people.
In the legend of Robin Hood, the people of England suffered at the hands of an evil king until the good King Richard returned to take the throne again and restore happiness and joy by his gracious rule.
King Jesus is far greater than King Richard of legend. For the King of Kings need not wait for His reappearance to bring happiness and joy to His people. King Jesus brings us happiness and joy now! So let's take our eyes off of the cares and worries of this world and look to Him.
