Jesus entered this world and left this world under the proclamation of Him as King. Both proclamations instigated violent reaction. The wise men approached Jerusalem and King Herod looking for a king and it produces a small genocide in Bethlehem. Pilot approached Jesus with the accusation given to him by the Jews, "are you King of the Jews?" The charge would later be hung over Jesus' head as He hung on the cross.
Most people like the idea of Jesus as savior, teacher, healer, provider, counselor, etc. However, when Jesus is proclaimed King, Sovereign Lord over our lives, many react just as violently as Herod and Pilot.
Jesus is not a King in the line of Herod, ruthlessly guarding His throne. He is not a governor in the line of Pilot, indifferent and easily swayed. He is not a king in the line of Caesar, disengaged and indulgent. Jesus is a King filled with confidence, courage, compassion, generosity, grace, mercy, wisdom, truth and life. He is a King who will accomplish His will not by force or manipulation, but by self-sacrifice, love and justice. He is not a King to be suspicious of; but one to be submitted to.
Is Jesus your King?
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