Overcomers

 Revelations 1-4 

“…from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth…To him who overcomes and does my will to the end, I will give authority over the nations-”

Revelation 1:5; 2:26

Jesus’ last words to his apostles were, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations…” (Matthew 28:18, 19). Living on mission with Jesus requires that we understand this authority that is greater than any earthly ruler or nation. As ambassadors of Christ we engage the powers of our world, but our allegiance is to a higher authority, the Lord Jesus Christ. Every earthly sovereign king, queen, or elected politician will one day bow their knees before the King of kings. Those, who in the power of the Spirit overcome testing, temptations, the sin of the world, the sinful nature, and the devil,  will be given authority over nations in the coming age. Christ’s second coming is a promise that is alive in those who know him. We know to whom we belong.

“Lord Jesus, thank you for your grace to overcome. Thank you for your authority to complete the mission you have given to me, for your glory.”