Revelation 1:5
Praise to the Ruler of the Kings of the Earth
“Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth” (Revelation 1:5).
Do you sometimes wonder about our world and what the future holds? Revelation 1:5 gives us great comfort. It reminds us to look heavenward in confidence to the ruler of the kings of the earth.
While things may seem (or be) chaotic in regard to the rulers of our earth; there is One who is the supreme ruler. He reigns with justice and mercy. All praise to our Heavenly King!
Lord Jesus Christ, what a glorious blessing to know that this world is not spinning out of control. You are enthroned, RULER OF THE KINGS OF THE EARTH.
Praise the PRINCE of KINGS
“And from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the first begotten of the dead, and the PRINCE of the kings of the earth. Unto Him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in His own blood,”
One day, Jesus is returning and it will be a glorious day. Mouths who have cursed Him will be closed. Skeptics who have mocked Him will be shamed. Rulers who ignored Him will bow low. Today is a day of prayer. I invite you to take a few moments to worship Jesus, the Prince of the kings of the earth.
Heavenly Father and Prince Jesus Christ, ruler of the kings of earth, we smile in celebration of You. We glory in You. We anticipate Your return with joy. Our hearts overflow in praise. We ask for Your tender mercy on all who are alone, cold, hungry, and suffering. Thank You for the day You will restore the world in righteousness; for the glorious day of Your return.
Praise to the FAITHFUL WITNESS
“Jesus Christ, the FAITHFUL WITNESS, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To Him who loves us and released us from our sins by His blood-”
Can God rely on us? In other words, when we’re not at church and are questioned about a practice that isn’t culturally popular, can God trust us to be faithful to His Word? Or, do we give in to fitting in?
Jesus was a FAITHFUL WITNESS. There was never a question about whether or not He would be reliable. He told it like it was; even when His words weren’t popular.
He was a FAITHFUL WITNESS concerning…
Noah, other Biblical saints…(who were real, not metaphors), His second coming. 
He was a faithful witness about Jonah, again – not a metaphor – but a real person to whom Jesus referred.
When we say we’re a Christian, we’re saying we’re a follower of Jesus; which means we believe His witness; that there is a heaven and hell, there is judgement and forgiveness, He died for our sins and rose three days later, He’s coming again.
Our confidence rests on the FAITHFUL WITNESS of Christ Jesus. Do we believe and follow that to which He testified? Are we a faithful witnesses of Christ’s word in our generation?
Lord Jesus, we praise You, God’s faithful WITNESS. Thank You for the confidence we have in the Bible and on which we stand because of Your witness.
Praise to the Lord Who RELEASED US
“…Jesus Christ, … To Him who loves us and RELEASED US from our sins by His blood–”
There are many things from which we might like to be released. We might like to be released from the burden of our taxes. We might like to be released from financial obligations. We might like to be released from the hospital. We might like to be released from a burdensome job. We might like to be released from a commitment. We might like to be released from a grudge someone holds toward us. But, ahh, take a deep breath. Take a moment and ponder what it means that Jesus Christ has RELEASED us from our sins. The Greek word RELEASE means to set free one bound with chains. Ponder even more deeply that our RELEASE came at the cost of Jesus’s life. With a grateful heart, we give genuine thanks to Him. True, we may have other things from which we would love to be released. But today we can be thankful, truly thankful for being RELEASED from our sins.
Lord Jesus Christ, our minds can’t get around the tremendous gift of salvation You purchased for us with Your blood. We love You, THANK YOU, and praise You for RELEASING US FROM OUR SINS! You are a great and loving Savior!
RELEASED US
“…Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To Him who loves us and released us from our sins by His blood–”
Revelation 1:5
There are many things from which we might like to be released. We might like to be released from the burden of our taxes. We might like to be released from financial obligations. We might like to be released from the hospital. We might like to be released from jail. We might like to be released from a burdensome job. We might like to be released from a commitment. We might like to be released from a grudge someone holds toward us. We might like to be released from the guilt of our past wrongs. But, ahh, take a deep breath. Take a moment and ponder what it means that Jesus Christ has released you from your sins. Ponder even more deeply that the release came through His crucified body. With a grateful heart, let’s express our genuine thanks to Him. True, we may have other things from which we would love to be released. But today we can be thankful, truly thankful for being released from our sins.
Lord Jesus Christ, my mind can’t get around the tremendous gift of salvation which You purchased for me with Your blood. I love You, THANK YOU, and praise You for RELEASING ME FROM MY SINS! You are a great and loving God!
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RULER of the KINGS of the EARTH
“Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth.”
Revelation 1:5
Do you sometimes wonder about our world and what the future holds? Revelation 1:5 gives me great comfort. It reminds me to look heavenward in confidence to the ruler of the kings of the earth.
Lord Jesus Christ, what a glorious blessing to know that this world is not spinning out of control. You are enthroned, RULER of the KINGS of the EARTH.