SCRIPTURE: Ephesians (NIV) 1:19 That power is like the working of his mighty strength, 20 which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, 21. far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come.
OBSERVATION: This is where Christ is today! Today, at this moment He is seated at the right hand of God the Father. He has completed his assignment and is seated! He has returned from the war victorious and given the place of honor. He has returned from the earthly realms and is now seated in the heavenly realms.
At this moment, He is far above all rule. There are no rulers nor are there any set of rules above Him! There is no authority higher than His authority! There is no power, there is no system of power above Him! Throughout this age and all ages to come, His name is above all other names and titles. He stands alone in total authority. He stands alone in pre-eminence!
He is the head of the body, His church, and all things are under His feet, which is the lowest part of His body. Therefore, anyone in His body is above everything not in His body!
Jesus is not just above; He is far above! There is no comparison. We do not need a micrometer to measure His supremacy for it is clearly obvious to all. Some races end in a photo-finish; other races end with the winner far out in front. With Jesus there is no photo needed. He is clearly above everyone and everything else!
APPLICATION: Being seated with him, we too are “far above.” Ephesians 2:6 So, let’s live like this is true. Let’s talk like this is true. Let’s see things from heaven’s point of view!
PRAYER: Holy Spirit, when I get bothered about things around me, bring to my memory the truth in this SOAP. Remind me that my King, King Jesus, is far above anything that bothers me! Remind me that I am seated with Christ in the heavenly realms! Amen
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