Custody: immediate charge and control (as over a ward or a suspect) exercised by a person or an authority. Merriam-Webster If the Lord has anything less than full custody of our lives, can it truly be said that we are living in the Reign? M
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Seeing the Kingdom Come 5
We have been seeing how the Kingdom came in the ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ. As we observe these things, there are at least two important conclusions we can draw. Conclusion #1 Whenever Jesus came on the scene, the Kingdom of God was brought near enough for people to experience. Jesus' primary message was, … Continue reading Seeing the Kingdom Come 5
When God is in Charge 6
In a previous post, I discussed the fact that the Holy Spirit is the Governor General of the Kingdom of God. He is the One who mediates God's Reign in the lives of God's people. The question is, how does He go about doing that? We find the answer in Philippians 2:12 - 13. Therefore, … Continue reading When God is in Charge 6
A Poem for the Reign
I would like to share with you a poem the Lord gave me some years ago. Based on Ephesians 2:6 – 7, it speaks of our place both present and future in the Reign of God. We are Enthroned with Christ We are enthroned with Christ For we are one with Him Joined by His … Continue reading A Poem for the Reign
The Lord Reigns!
The LORD reigns, let the earth rejoice; let the many coastlands be glad! Psalm 97:1 ESV This is a favorite Scripture of mine. It makes the simple declaration that God is in charge, and tells us this is a reason for rejoicing. But why should we rejoice in this? I’m glad you asked… We should … Continue reading The Lord Reigns!