The Sovereign Love of God

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John 16.7-15), and ensure that soon and very soon, he will return and restore creation under his reign (Acts 1.9-11). This central doctrine calls for our shouts of praise, affirma­ tions of faith, and acts of courage in witness. Jesus is risen and ascended to the Father for his own glory, and for us! Because Jesus our Lord is ascended, exalted, and glorified at the Father’s right hand, let us affirm him to be the Head of the Church, the Lord of the Harvest, and the High Priest of the Lord. Let us acknowledge him to be Christus Victor , supreme sovereign to whom all authority has been entrusted. Truly, let us submit our wills to him as our exalted Head, and bear bold witness of his saving work to the world. Above all, let us stir up our hearts in anticipation of his return as the coming Judge of all and our coming King. With all believers, we affirm together the great anthem of the Church: “All hail the power of Jesus’ name, let angels prostrate fall! Bring forth the royal diadem, and crown him Lord of all!” Bring Forth the Royal Diadem, and Crown Jesus Lord of All! Come, let us continue our Easter celebration with praise and thanksgiving as we remember the Ascension of Jesus Christ. With Christians around the world, let us glory in the exalted status of our Champion and Victor. Having destroyed death, defeated evil and the powers, rescinded the curse, and established the future recreation of all things, he has been enthroned at the Father’s right hand as Lord. The crucified One has indeed been given all power, and he must reign until all his enemies are subdued and conquered under his feet. Let us glory in our Lord Jesus, whom the Father has made both Lord and Christ, who has ascended to the Father’s presence to intercede on our behalf. From the Father’s side, we await the coming of our Savior and Lord. Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father!

Celebrating the exaltation of the Master, Rev. Dr. Don L. Davis

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