All Power Belong to God Alone!
Rev. Enoch Thompson | October 28 2024 | John 19:6-11
KEY VERSE:
Jesus answered, "You would have no power over me if it were not given to you from above. Therefore the one who handed me over to you is guilty of a greater sin.” John 19:11 (NIV)
MESSAGE:
To hear Pilate’s response to the Lord’s wise silence sounds like some people we meet along life’s journey: "Do you refuse to speak to me?" Pilate said. "Don't you realize I have power either to free you or to crucify you?" John 19:10 (NIV). People talk about power and project themselves because of the positions they occupy, or wealth they possess, or the connections they may have. Certainly, Pilate was a powerful man and could misuse his political and judicial powers to grant the request of the Jewish leaders, which he ultimately did.
But the Lord Jesus chose to answer this boastful statement of Pilate’s, whereas He had refused the question about where He came from. Pilate needed to be put in his right place so that he did not think too much of himself; ‘Jesus answered, "You would have no power over me if it were not given to you from above.” John 19:11 (NIV).
We must understand that all power belongs to God and that any power we hold over any person or situation is only limited, delegated and temporal. It is necessary that we appreciate the sovereign and universal power and rule of God, and to learn to yield what crumbs of power come to us to His almighty rule. In the home, in politics, in the Church, wherever and whatever form of power is given to us, we should consciously thank and praise God and seek to honour Him alone.
FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE:
Are you too conscious of your power over others, and do you tend to think that others should worship you because of your positions, titles and privileges?
Do you make people in authority feel like gods because you bow so low to lick their boots? Honour God and worship Him alone; all power belongs to God!
PRAYER:
Lord God Almighty, King of glory and owner of all power, please help me to see you on your throne, and to learn to ascribe all power to you alone, at all times. In Jesus Name, Amen.
THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING.
SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!!
DAILY word study: POWER
The word "power" comes from the Greek exousia (ἐξουσία), meaning authority or right. It implies authority granted or bestowed from a higher source.
Jesus' statement to Pilate shows us that all authority is ultimately delegated by God, even that of earthly rulers. We should therefore view any power or influence they hold as a responsibility entrusted to them by God, meant for His purposes. It serves as a reminder that true power belongs solely to God, urging us to honour Him in every aspect of our lives.
Reflections:
Are you using any authority you hold to honour God? How can you acknowledge God’s ultimate power in your daily actions and decisions?
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