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Jesus the Liturgist Pt. 2

As we stated in Pt. 1 of our study of Jesus as the “Liturgist” in Day 3, we realize that to most, the word “liturgy,” is a bad word. It stinks of tradition, form, and is what charismatics like to label as “not-spirit-filled.” 

The fact however, is that all have our habits, rhythms, and daily schedules are forming. We all liturgically shape our lives around what we believe to be the “good life.” As you think about Jesus’ “schedule” in heaven, consider the priorities of your schedule here on earth. Does your rhythm demonstrate a kingdom shape? Does your daily, weekly, monthly, annual habits show to those looking in on your life that you are conscientiously living to mature in Christlikeness? Here’s Pt. 2 of Jesus’ liturgy:

He is the God-man at the right hand of God (ACTS 1:9; COL 3:1): God’s right hand is the hand of power in the Scriptures. We know we’re not the power-holders, we merely receive a power and energy from Christ’s work in the kingdom that helps us to carry on (COL 1:29).

He advocates for us while Satan accuses us (1JHN 2:1): This is a legal name given to the Holy Spirit. An Advocate in a court situation is someone who vouches for the guilty when all are against them. The Holy Spirit comforts us when all others wounds us, he councils us when all others fail us, and he convicts us when all others flatter us. 

He Mediates for and amongst us (1TIM 2:5): Our songs and liturgies don’t bring, nor can they house, the presence of God. A man/woman leading the service does not create a “good worship atmosphere.” The book of Revelation tells us that it is Christ who walks amongst the lampstands (his church). Only Christ can mediate the presence of a Holy God into the realm of fallen mankind.

Consider today the power of Jesus’ Worship Leading. Consider how altogether separate it is from anything we can imagine to do. Consider today your experience of God’s power, comfort, conviction, and counsel. Consider your place in being a reconciler, a peacemaker, and an agent to bring people to Christ. Christ wants to make your more dependent on him so you can join into his work and rhythms on earth as it is in heaven.