Game of Thrones

Lordship can big a big issue in our quest for spiritual growth. We can recognize Jesus as the Ruler of the universe but not, necessarily, Lord of our own lives. We can be converted but not submitted.

Lordship is a daily issue for us - a never ending game of thrones. Who is going to sit on the throne in our lives? One of the reasons that it is such a challenge is that we have to be willing to dethrone ourselves.

Would we really want to trust ourselves with the throne anyway? It’s a huge responsibility. We’ve probably all tried that at different points in our lives. I know that it’s never worked out very well for me.

Where do people turn when they realize they can’t handle the throne? We live in the most prosperous and developed nation in the history of the world and yet, drugs, alcohol abuse and suicide are at all time highs. These are people that have full control of the throne, yet are unfulfilled and unsatisfied.

We battle over the throne because we think we know what is better for us than God does. We see this play out with children sometimes. We give them boundaries because we love them and are trying to protect them. Why do we resist God when He tries to do the same thing for us? There is a purpose behind His call for obedience.

Lordship is not a requirement for salvation, it’s the evidence of salvation. A saving faith produces a new Lord in our lives. That is not to say that we won’t battle over authority at times, but ultimately, followers of Christ recognize Jesus as Lord.

We will struggle to grow if we are locked in a throne war. On the other hand, a submissive and humble spirit produces fertile ground for growth.

Stay humble & hungry,

Big E

Matt. 5:6