"One Or Two Kings?"

"And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end." Luke 1:33

This morning I woke up with the "Hallelujah Chorus" repeating over and over in my thoughts. Especially the words- "and He shall reign forever and ever." Jesus was, is and will always be the reigning King of kings and Lord of lords. And one day the kingdoms of this world will become the kingdoms of the Lord. There is no doubt that at the end of the ages He will establish His throne among men and it will be settled forever exactly who He is. But until that day comes, what about now? Is there any question in your heart and mind that He is the King? Does He reign supreme in your heart and life? Does He occupy the throne of your life? His reign reaches throughout all heaven. His reign will reach throughout the whole earth. But does His reign reach throughout your life and include every area of your life?

Earthly kings reign over certain territories and countries. Their reign is limited by geography. Have you limited the Lord by allowing Him to rule only certain areas of your life and the others you have reserved for self to rule? I have never seen a country that was ruled by two kings- there is only one. There can only be one or else you will have conflict, chaos and confusion. Did I just describe your life- conflict, chaos and confusion? Perhaps there lies your answer- two kings!

If you try to be the ruler of your own life and at the same time try to make the Lord the ruler, it will never work. Having two kings will not work. Having two rulers will not work. Having two leaders will not work. Having two heads will not work. When a king conquered a country, the old king was dethroned and this new king set up his throne. At salvation you "surrendered" to the rule of this "new" King- Jesus. He is now enthroned and self must be dethroned. You can't have two kings ruling over your life.

Have a great day. How many kings are ruling over your life?

For further reading:
Revelation 11:15; 19:16
John 3:30
1 Timothy 6:15,16