How can we apply the angel's authority in Revelation 10:2 to our lives? The scene in Revelation 10:2 “He held in His hand a little scroll, which lay open. He planted His right foot on the sea and His left foot on the land.” Why the angel’s stance matters • Literal, physical dominion—one foot on sea, one on land—shows God’s claim over every inch of creation (Psalm 24:1). • Open scroll reveals God’s Word ready to be enacted; nothing is hidden, delayed, or uncertain (Isaiah 55:11). • The angel acts under God’s direct commission, reminding us that true authority is always delegated, never self-generated (John 12:49). Christ’s ultimate ownership of sea and land • Jesus declared, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me” (Matthew 28:18). • Colossians 1:16-17 affirms He “holds all things together,” matching the angel’s stance that spans the globe. • Because the Lord literally governs both the chaotic seas and the stable land, we can trust Him in every setting—storm or shore (Psalm 93:3-4). Our shared authority in Christ • Matthew 28:19-20: He entrusts us to “go…make disciples,” exercising His authority in evangelism and teaching. • Luke 10:19: “I have given you authority to tread on snakes and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy.” • Ephesians 2:6: we are seated with Christ, so prayer and obedience operate from victory, not for it. Practical ways to plant our feet • Stand on Scripture’s promises—open scroll in hand—before stepping into decisions (Joshua 1:8-9). • Take spiritual responsibility for every sphere God assigns: – Home: model truth and grace (Deuteronomy 6:6-7). – Workplace: excellent work and fearless witness (Colossians 3:23). – Community: intercede and serve, pushing back darkness (1 Timothy 2:1-2). • Keep one “foot” in the unpredictable (sea) by venturing in faith—missions, hard conversations—while the other stays anchored in non-negotiable truths (land). • Resist the devil firmly (1 Peter 5:8-9), knowing Christ’s authority outranks every demonic scheme. • Speak God’s Word aloud; the angel’s open scroll invites proclamation, not silence (Jeremiah 1:9-10). Living within the boundaries of delegated authority • Submit first to God’s Word; authority misused becomes presumption (James 4:7). • Honor legitimate earthly authorities (Romans 13:1-2) unless they contradict God’s commands (Acts 5:29). • Rely on the Spirit, not personal force of will (Zechariah 4:6). Encouragement for today Because the risen Christ rules sea and land, you can plant both feet where He assigns, hold the open Word with confidence, and act in His delegated authority—calm, courageous, and certain that His purposes will stand. |
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