King Jesus

Above his head there was a sign posted on the cross that said “King of the Jews.”

This is a king? He doesn’t look like a king. He’s so beaten up he doesn’t even look much like a man.

Yet this is the King of the whole universe. This is the King who rules all kings, who is the Lord of all lords. This is the King of the world who so deeply loves the world that he gives himself for the world… for you and me.

This is the King who rules by divine right, sure, but also he is my King because not only did he make me in the first place, but he bought me back with his own blood. What a wonderful, loving, sacrificing King who loves me and gave himself for me.

Jesus I am so sorry that I so often depose you from your throne in my life. I take the throne and do as I please which is the opposite of what pleases you. Please take the throne in my heart. I truly love your gracious rule in my life. Hail to the King!