“Of the Son (Jesus) he says, ‘Your throne, O God, is forever and ever…. God anointed you with the oil of gladness beyond your companions’” (Heb. 1:8–9); “He (Jesus) rejoiced greatly in the Holy Spirit…” (Luke 10:21.)
Lord Jesus, nothing impacts our lives more than how we think about you. The more we see of your beauty, perfection, love, and sovereignty, the more we are compelled to adore, trust, and serve you.
Today we marvel and rest in your joyful enthronement. The government of the cosmos already rests on your shoulders, and your kingdom and peace will increase forever (Isa. 9:7). You delight in crushing evil, rejoice in making all things new; and are sovereign over every virus, crisis, and, seemingly, hopeless situation.
You never experience consternation, just jubilation—no dread, just delight. Your kingdom is a kingdom of “righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit” (Rom. 14:7). Astonishingly, the joy that fills your heart is the same joy you ask the Father to fill us with (John 17:13). Thank you, and “bring it”!
As our joy grows, may it topple our fears, gentle our hearts, and fuel our peace. May your joy empower us for doing justice, loving mercy, and walking humbly with our God (Micah 6:8; Neh. 8:10)).
Lord Jesus, if we could see all things from your perspective, hear you praying for us right now, and see what’s going on in paradise this very moment (Rev. 4-5), we’d stress less and love more. Make it so, Lord. So very Amen we pray, in your exalted and kind name.