Game of Thrones

When a strong man, fully armed, guards his own house, his possessions are safe. But when someone stronger attacks and overpowers him, he takes away the armor in which the man trusted and divides up his plunder. Luke 11:21-22

Every life is ruled by self, Satan or a Savior. The desire for  control crowns self, the believer of lies crowns the devil, and faith in Jesus Christ crowns a Savior. Self and Satan are strong. They can sit on the throne of a man or woman’s heart, but the Lord is stronger. The only competent ruler of a life is God, because He is the originator, giver, and sustainer of life. He is all wisdom and understanding. Above all, the Lord deserves all worship and glory as the King of kings and Lord of lords. He is as Charles Jenkins says "Awesome".

If I try to reason what to do without God’s perspective, I lose the ability to make the best decision. I can seem strong as my possessions increase and I become smarter from evaluated experience. However, there is One stronger, and He is the Almighty God. It is foolish for me to crown myself king of my life when I am not qualified to do either: crown myself or be king. The enemy whispers vain suggestions of self sufficiency, but this is his plan to pull the strings of my pride.
 
Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. 1 Peter 5:8

Therefore, we are wise when we surrender to the authority and power of God, as all power belongs to God. We crown Him as King over our life when we submit to His rule over our attitudes and actions, this is a byproduct of spending time in His presence and word. Since Jesus suffered under a cruel crown of thorns for our sins, we can crown Him as our Savior and Lord. Oh, the gratitude and praise that flows from our hearts to think that our King would die for us. Indeed, King Jesus has no equal. He alone rules us with grace, truth, love and holiness.

 

Have you completely and totally capitulated to Christ? Is every ounce of your being, being transformed by the truth and grace of God? It is in death to self that you find true life. It is in surrender to God that you find freedom in faith. It is out of respect for your Lord that you respect yourself. It is out of love for God that you love yourself and others. Bow, even lie prostrate at the foot of your Heavenly Father’s throne and He will lift you up strong in Him. He is your King and His rightful place is on the throne of your heart, mind, and soul.

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Rev. Todd A. Brown, Pastor
First Baptist of Chesterbrook
1740 Kirby Rd.  Mclean Va. 22101

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