Read Romans 1:1-6 and reflect on the passage.
The world is full of claims by advertisers, telling us they have a product that will make our life immeasurably better. Some of the claims are true and some are blatantly false. Unfortunately, we often have to try the product to see if a claim is true. “The proof is in the pudding,” as the saying goes.
Throughout history, many men have claimed to be a god or the son of a god. In ancient times, this claim often meant someone wanted to overthrow a king. To the peasant it made little difference if ruled by a human or a “god.” They were still subject to the limitations of earth and their environment. Their king had no “godly” supra-natural power that helped them.
Jesus claimed to be the Son of God and the King of a heavenly Kingdom. Many believed Jesus’ claims; others did not. The doubters needed proof. This proof was given: three days after death, Jesus “rose from the dead.” That might be the most incredible thing that has ever happened on earth. Jesus has supra-natural powers and is truly the Son of God. He is our king!
The proof is in the pudding.
Questions
1. How does knowing that Jesus is your king help you in your daily life?
2. Knowing that Jesus is your king, what little thing can you do to grow His Kingdom or make someone else’s life better?
Prayer
May God grant us the grace to comfort us daily and grow our faith to do the things He asks of us.
—Mark locher
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