"The King"

"Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him."  Matthew 2:2

 

When Jesus was born, He was called a king.  When He died on the cross, an inscription was placed above His head declaring Him a king.  His followers thought He would set up His kingdom here on earth and save His people from Roman oppression.  At His crucifixion He told Pilate that His kingdom was not of this world.  When Jesus came, He didn't come to set up a physical kingdom, He came to set up His kingdom in the hearts of men and women.  The throne He desired on earth was the one in our hearts.  He proclaimed that the kingdom was within us. 

 

Jesus did not set up a literal kingdom on earth.  His kingdom has been placed in the hearts of those who have humbled themselves to His Lordship over their lives through repentance.  But one day He will return to earth and when He does, this time He won't be a tiny, helpless baby born in a stable.  He will return as He truly is-- King of kings and Lord of lords.  Then He will set up His kingdom on earth.  At that time, the kingdoms of this world shall become the kingdoms of our Lord and His Christ; and He shall reign for ever and ever.  (Revelation 11:15)  That time could be soon.  It could be today or it could still be a few years off in the future.  Regardless, the fact remains that He will return and set up His kingdom on earth.  Are you ready for His return?  Have you made your heart His throne?  Is He the King of your life?  He is King, whether you make Him yours or not.  He is returning whether you are ready or not.  Get ready.  Get prepared.  Accept Him today.  Make Him King.  Allow Him to occupy the throne of your heart.  What a wonderful time to do that-- at Christmas.  What a great way to recognize His birth.  What a great Christmas present to give yourself.

Have a great day.  Jesus is the King-- the soon coming One-- that desires to set up His kingdom in your heart.