Scripture to Read: Matthew 11:27
Christ is Lord over everything and though God is One, He has revealed Himself as Father, Son, and Spirit. Jesus said in Matthew 11:27, “All things have been handed over to Me by My Father…” When Jesus said that the Father handed over everything to Him, Jesus confirmed that He is co-equal with God the Father and that He has authority from God the Father over everything. Jesus makes mention of what the Father has given Him in John 3:35, “The Father loves the Son and has given all things into His hand,” John 13:3, “Jesus, knowing that the Father had given all things into His hands and that He had come forth from God and was going back to God,” and John 17:2, “ even as You gave Him authority over all flesh, that to all whom You have given Him, He may give eternal life.” Even when Jesus got ready to ascend back to heaven, He told all those who were with Him in Matthew 28:18, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth.” Jesus has authority, for He alone is King, Lord and Master. So many, then and now, doubt if Christ is God, but Scripture is clear on this fact. Jesus stated the fact that His Father had entrusted everything to Him. We must fully trust our King in all areas of our lives. He alone is worthy of all of our trust with everything He has so richly given us. He has given us the faith we need (Romans 12:3); let’s put it to good use.
Challenge & Application
· Why is it so important for us to understand that all authority lies in the hands of our Lord Jesus Christ?
· How have you entrusted all areas of your life and family to our Lord?
Don’t forget to pray using the A.C.T.S. (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication) method!