"For He Must Reign"

The title for our message is taken from 1st Corinthians 15:25, "For He must reign till He has put all enemies under His feet." This is a very encouraging verse for all of God's people but can be at the same time difficult to understand. The Apostle Paul is proclaiming that Jesus, who is seated at the right hand of God The Father, must reign until God puts all enemies of Jesus under His feet. 

Possibly, your response might be that this is good to know but hard to visualize and experience in the world in which we live. This reaction is understandable. However, as we draw closer to our Lord God we can also look for evidence of His moving and reigning within all the negative news and atmosphere.

Three Stories Out Of Israel This Week Illustrate Our God 

Still Reigns And Is Working Toward Protecting Israel . . .

Story One . . .The relationship between Russia and Israel is very important for the security of Israel. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced this week he is meeting with Russian Prime Minister Putin for the fourth time this year. Russia initially supported the establishment of Israel but broke ties with Israel after the Six Day War in 1967. The current meeting will discuss ways to fight terrorism, the situation in Syria and economic and trade co-operation. Yes, our God still is reigning!

Story Two . . .Thirty one countries have voted to adopt a new definition of anti-semitism in an attempt to counter hatred. As a result, a new definition of anti-semitism reads, "A certain perception of Jews, which may be expressed as hatred toward Jews, that can also target the State of Israel." Certainly a step in the right direction since it is difficult to solve a problem until it is defined.

Story Three . . .The Governor of the state of New York and the Mayor of New York City, have just signed an Executive Order banning their state from contacting those who boycott Israel known as the BDS Campaign. Andrew Cuomo said, "If you boycott Israel, New York will boycott you. This state will not stand for the politics of discrimination in any form and will continue to support the people of Israel." A wonderful example for other states and the nations of the world. 

Yes, our Lord God is still on His throne and is still reigning! Psalm 110:1-2 says, "The Lord said to my Lord, 'sit at my right hand, till I make Your enemies Your footstool' The Lord shall send the rod of Your strength out of Zion, rule in the midst of Your enemies!"

May The Lord Bless You And Keep You This Day And Each Day,

Frank