How can understanding Jesus as Lord impact your daily decision-making? Lord over All—The Foundation “David himself says in the Book of Psalms: ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand.”’ ” (Luke 20:42) • Jesus is the “second Lord” David worships—God’s exalted King seated in absolute authority. • Because His throne is real and present, every earthly situation is ultimately under His rule. Why His Lordship Shapes Daily Choices • Authority that demands obedience—“If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.” (John 14:15) • Priority that orders life—“Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness.” (Matthew 6:33) • Accountability that clarifies motives—“Whatever you do...do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” (Colossians 3:17) • Humility that tempers plans—“You ought to say, ‘If the Lord wills, we will live and do this or that.’” (James 4:15) • Assurance that emboldens faith—“God has made this Jesus...both Lord and Christ!” (Acts 2:36) Practical Decision-Making Filters 1. Does this choice honor His commands? (John 14:15) 2. Will it advance His kingdom or merely my agenda? (Matthew 6:33) 3. Can I thank Him for it without reservation? (Colossians 3:17) 4. Have I sought His wisdom first? “Trust in the LORD with all your heart...He will make your paths straight.” (Proverbs 3:5-6) 5. Would I still proceed if He returned today? (1 John 2:28) Everyday Arenas • Time—Schedule begins with worship, Scripture, and service before leisure. • Finances—Firstfruits given joyfully; spending evaluated by eternal impact. • Relationships—Forgiveness and truth spoken because the Lord has forgiven and directed (Ephesians 4:32). • Work—Tasks done “for the Lord, not for men” (Colossians 3:23), shifting attitude from drudgery to stewardship. • Speech—Words filtered so the Lord could sign His name to every text or post (Ephesians 4:29). • Temptation—Immediate appeal to His authority: “Jesus is Lord; sin is not” (Romans 6:12-14). • Future plans—Dreams surrendered with “Lord willing,” trusting His sovereign timing (James 4:15). Strength to Follow Through • Indwelling Helper—“I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate...the Spirit of truth.” (John 14:16-17) • God-worked desire—“It is God who works in you to will and to act on behalf of His good purpose.” (Philippians 2:13) • Certain destiny—“At the name of Jesus every knee should bow...and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.” (Philippians 2:10-11) Living today as though that final confession is already true transforms every decision into an act of loyal worship. |
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