Devotion:
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Read Matthew 28:16-18.
Jesus came to live among us as the promised Messiah of God’s people. Many of the people thought the Messiah would be a political king who would free them from the grip of the Roman Empire. But Jesus’ mission was not political. He came to free sinners from the tyranny of sin and to give them new life with God forever.
People who are devoted Christians are people who obey Jesus. They recognize and submit to his authority. In these verses of Jesus' final words before his ascension to heaven, Jesus reminds his followers that he has been given all authority. He is Lord. As Lord, he expects that his followers will obey what he has commanded. But we have a problem with the idea of submission. Most cultures today value individual freedom and reject the idea of submitting to a higher authority. However, in our relationship with God we are called to obey Christ's commands. This opens us to a deepening relationship with the loving Father and Creator. His plan and commandments are intended to give us a way of living that is far better than anything else.
Personal Worship Option:
Lord Jesus, you have all authority. Help us to serve you faithfully in making disciples. Amen.
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