How can we honor Christ as King in our daily lives? The Royal Portrait in Psalm 45:9 “The daughters of kings are among Your honored women; the queen stands at Your right hand, adorned with gold of Ophir.” What We Learn About Honoring a King • The King is the undisputed center of attention. • The queen is invited to the place of closest privilege—His right hand. • Her gold of Ophir signals that only the finest belongs before Him. • In Christ, believers are that royal bride (Ephesians 5:25-27; Revelation 19:7-8). Practical Ways to Stand at His Right Hand Today Draw near - Begin every morning acknowledging His rule (Psalm 5:3; James 4:8). - Keep unbroken fellowship through continual prayer and quick repentance (1 John 1:9). Show loyal love - “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments” (John 14:15). - Obedience in the ordinary—work, study, parenting—crowns Him in public view (Colossians 3:17). Dress in royal beauty - Put on the new self, “created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness” (Ephesians 4:24). - Cultivate inner splendor: humility, gentleness, purity (1 Peter 3:3-4). Present costly gifts - Honor Him with your wealth and firstfruits (Proverbs 3:9). - Offer “a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that confess His name” (Hebrews 13:15). - Serve those in need; the King counts it personal (Matthew 25:40). Speak for the Kingdom - Let speech be seasoned with grace (Colossians 4:6). - Share the gospel boldly; royal heralds do not keep news to themselves (2 Corinthians 5:20). Live with kingdom confidence - Remember you are “a chosen people, a royal priesthood” (1 Peter 2:9). - Face trials knowing the King fights for His own (Psalm 20:6; John 16:33). Keeping Our Gold Shining Routine refinement keeps the Ophir-gold of our devotion bright: • Daily Scripture intake—His Word polishes perspective (Psalm 19:10). • Fellowship with other believers—iron sharpening iron (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Regular self-examination—setting aside anything dulling our shine (2 Corinthians 13:5). Living in Royal Confidence Christ reigns now and forever; choosing to honor Him moment by moment turns each task, conversation, and decision into a coronation scene where the world can glimpse the glory of the King. |
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