How can we align our actions with God's rule as described in Psalm 22:28? The Crowned King in Psalm 22:28 “For dominion belongs to the LORD and He rules over the nations.” Psalm 22 begins with agony but ends with triumph. Verse 28 declares an unchanging fact: God already reigns. Aligning our actions is simply living like that fact is true. Living Under His Dominion Daily • Accept His absolute authority. – Matthew 28:18 “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.” – Heart posture: “Every decision is Yours first.” • Shape priorities by the King’s agenda. – Romans 12:1-2: offer your body as a living sacrifice; let Him renew your mind. – Schedule, spending, relationships—run them through “Does this serve the Lord’s rule?” Obedience that Mirrors His Reign • Pursue clear commands before secondary preferences. – John 14:15 “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.” • Guard moral boundaries He has drawn (Exodus 20; Ephesians 4:25-32). • Practice truth in love; God’s reign is righteous and gracious at once (Psalm 89:14). Kingdom Character in Everyday Conduct • Humility: The King serves; His subjects should too (Mark 10:45). • Justice and mercy: Micah 6:8—“to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly.” • Integrity: Proverbs 10:9—walk securely by being blameless. Decision-Making Under the Throne 1. Search Scripture—His word is the royal decree (2 Timothy 3:16-17). 2. Pray for wisdom—James 1:5 promises it. 3. Seek godly counsel—Proverbs 15:22; God often speaks through His people. 4. Choose the option that best glorifies God—1 Corinthians 10:31. Public Witness to the King’s Rule • Speak of His dominion naturally: 1 Peter 3:15 “always be ready to give a defense.” • Serve neighbors sacrificially, showing the kingdom’s culture (Galatians 6:10). • Participate in gospel outreach; the King’s reign spreads through proclamation (Matthew 24:14). Hope-Fueled Perseverance • Revelation 11:15 assures final fulfillment: “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ.” • Endure trials knowing the throne is occupied; suffering now, glory later (Romans 8:18). Checklist for Today □ Begin with worship, acknowledging His dominion. □ Read Scripture, noting a command to obey. □ Act on that command before day’s end. □ Evaluate evening choices: did they reflect the King’s rule? □ Thank Him for reigning—then rest under His sovereign care. Living this way, we don’t make God King—He already is. We simply align our actions with the truth Psalm 22:28 proclaims: the throne is His, and every step can confess it. |
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