In mockery of his kingly state,
Christ was ordered to be the bearer of his own instrument of death, the cross.
This is what Isaiah foresaw in saying, “Behold a child is born, and a son is
given to us whose government is upon his shoulders.” When the Lord carried the
wood of the cross, it turned for his into the scepter of power. It was in the
eyes of the wicked a mighty mockery, but to the faithful a mighty mystery of
victory. In death Christ defeated Satan, and the powers that aligned against
him. The cross upon his shoulders was a trophy of his triumph. On his shoulders
he bore the sign and instrument of our salvation. This action now confirms all
who follow Christ when we obey his command, “He that takes not his cross and
follows me, is not worthy of me.”
Christ’s kingdom is unlike all other kingdoms. The kingdoms
of this world are secured and advanced through the shed blood of enemies. The
kingdom of heaven is secured through the shed blood of Christ. Jesus Christ is
Lord. In John’s prophecy, known as The
Revelation of Jesus Christ, he boldly declares, “The kingdoms of this world
have become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ, and he shall reign
forever and ever.” The spoils of Christ’s victory are now divided among those
who inherit eternal life.
Peace,
Stan
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