“Now in putting everything in subjection to him, he left nothing outside his control. At present, we do not yet see everything in subjection to him.” – Hebrews 2:8b
God the Father has put everything in the universe under the kingship of Jesus Christ. EVERYTHING!!! He left nothing outside of the control of God the Son. NOTHING!!! We don’t necessarily see that with our eyes as we survey a world of disaster, violence, hatred, and war. But this is already the spiritual reality of the universe and our eyes of faith are invited to gaze upon this reality in wonder. This is exactly what Jesus meant when he said, “ALL authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me” (Matthew 28:18). King Jesus is already Lord over everything. He sustains all of creation and rules over it from heaven with perfect wisdom, love, grace, and mercy.
You probably know this, but do you truly live like it’s true? Do you live with the confidence that whether things look good or bad in your life, Jesus is ruling over it all? Do you live with the confidence that your friend and Savior, Jesus of Nazareth, is in sovereign control over your life, this planet, and the entire universe? This truth should transforms every aspect of how you live for the glory of God!
If you believe this, it should give you the comfort and confidence to carry on with the work of God’s Kingdom no matter the personal cost or apparent impossibility. It should give you the confidence to joyfully praise God amidst tears, pain, and grief because Jesus is ruling on His throne! If you believe this, then you don’t need to be paralyzed by fear, because even the things you’re afraid of are subjected to the ultimate authority of King Jesus, Who will turn them for the greater good of all creation. Believe and rejoice in absolute authority of your Lord! #FollowJesus