How can we live knowing Christ will "put all His enemies under His feet"? the certainty of His triumph “For He must reign until He has put all His enemies under His feet.” (1 Corinthians 15:25) • Psalm 110:1 confirms the same promise, declaring the Messiah seated at the Father’s right hand until every foe bows. • Ephesians 1:20-22 shows that this exaltation is already enacted in heaven; history will simply reveal on earth what is settled in eternity. • Hebrews 10:12-13 emphasizes the ongoing nature of Christ’s reign, with final subjection guaranteed. reasons this truth reshapes everyday life • Confidence: Christ’s victory is not tentative; it is decreed. Romans 8:37-39 grounds unshakeable assurance that nothing can sever believers from His love or triumph. • Perspective: Temporary opposition cannot overturn an irreversible outcome (2 Corinthians 4:17-18). • Purity: Knowing the King is returning in power motivates holiness (1 John 3:2-3). • Purpose: Every assignment gains worth because the reigning Lord receives it as worship (Colossians 3:23-24). living with confident hope • Speak the gospel boldly, remembering all authority in heaven and on earth already belongs to Jesus (Matthew 28:18-20). • Thank Him aloud for specific areas where fear once ruled; His rule displaces anxiety (Philippians 4:6-7). • Celebrate victories—large and small—as foretastes of the final conquest (Revelation 11:15). standing firm in holiness • Renounce any tolerated sin; the coming King deserves loyal subjects (1 Peter 1:14-16). • Practice daily repentance and renewal through Scripture intake (Psalm 119:11; James 1:22-25). • Cultivate accountability with fellow believers, spurring one another toward love and good deeds (Hebrews 10:24-25). engaging in courageous witness • Pray for open doors and clear words (Colossians 4:3-4), trusting the Spirit who already testifies of Christ’s supremacy (John 15:26-27). • Serve neighbors sacrificially; deeds of mercy showcase the Kingdom’s character (Matthew 5:16). • Stand for truth in public and private spheres, convinced that every tongue will confess Jesus as Lord (Philippians 2:10-11). cultivating patient endurance • Endure trials, remembering the Lord uses them to perfect faith (James 1:2-4). • Fix hope on the grace to be revealed at His appearing (1 Peter 1:13). • Encourage one another with the promise that “the God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet” (Romans 16:20). concluding encouragement Christ’s present reign and certain conquest invite believers to live with settled assurance, active obedience, courageous testimony, and steadfast perseverance—each day echoing the victory already declared: He will put all His enemies under His feet. |
    |