How should Psalm 110:5 influence our understanding of Christ's authority today? Psalm 110:5 – The Text “The Lord is at Your right hand; He will crush kings on the day of His wrath.” Christ at the Right Hand — Present Authority • The “right hand” signals the highest place of honor and power (Hebrews 1:3). • Peter applies Psalm 110 to Jesus: “God has made this Jesus … both Lord and Christ” (Acts 2:34-36). • Jesus Himself affirms, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me” (Matthew 28:18). • Therefore Christ’s authority is active now, not merely future. Crushing Kings — Certain Future Triumph • “He will crush kings” points to a decisive, literal victory over every rebellious power (1 Corinthians 15:24-26). • The “day of His wrath” aligns with the climactic judgment portrayed in Revelation 19:15-16. • Earthly rulers and systems will yield to the King of kings; no opposition can ultimately stand. What This Means for Us Today • Personal allegiance: because Christ reigns, obedience to His Word is non-negotiable. • Church confidence: ministry advances under His unrivaled authority (Ephesians 1:20-22). • Perspective on governments: respect leaders, yet remember their power is temporary (Daniel 2:21). • Hope for justice: wrongs un-righted now will be settled when He “crushes kings.” • Urgency in witness: every knee will bow (Philippians 2:9-11); sharing the gospel prepares hearts before the day of wrath. In light of Psalm 110:5, Christ’s authority is both present and future, absolute and unassailable—shaping every aspect of faith, life, and mission today. |
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