Mighty God

Kelli Baker

Advent Series 2023

Day Fifteen

Have you surrendered your life to Christ? What areas are you holding back? Jesus already has the victory. Allow him the space to move into those areas where you are clenching your fist around.

We’ve learned how Jesus fulfilled Isaiah’s prophecy as Mighty God through many passages from Jesus’ time walking on the earth. We discovered that Jesus pre-existed before the beginning of time, looked at how Jesus entered the world, and discussed Jesus’ deity and equality with the Trinity. Today, let’s dive into what one of the most influential apostles says about Jesus.

Paul writes about Jesus' position and authority above all things. Paul made it his mission to impart to his readers the magnificent truth of what it means to surrender to our Mighty God. When we accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior, we are given resurrection power. The immeasurable power that raised Jesus from the dead is the same power that dwells in those who believe in him.

In his greatness, the Lord seated Jesus at his right hand in the heavenly places, far above all rule, authority, power, and every name. Our Heavenly Father gave Jesus the seat of authority above every name that is named both in this age and in the one to come. Because of our position in Christ, we are also seated at the right hand of God. Only a Mighty God who loved his children would be so generous to do such a thing.

Unlike our worldly leaders, Jesus is above all authority. We can have great hope that when we call on his name, he will answer us and deliver us. However, it requires surrendering our own will to that of the Father, just as Jesus did.

Now, what’s holding you back from surrendering whole heartedly to Christ? He already won the victory. Give him the space to move into those areas where you are resisting.

Prayer

Dear Lord, thank you for giving Jesus authority and placing us in him. Give us courage to surrender all we have and all we are to you. Amen.