My Personal God: My King
by David Chadwick In case you haven't picked up on it yet, the eternal God of the universe wants to be your close, personal friend. King David knew this all too well. He didn't just see God as a far-off, cosmic deity. He encountered him as his steadfast love, his shield, and his deliverer. Like King David, God also wants you to know him as your "King" (Psalm 2:6). Do you know why? Because that is exactly who he is - the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. An earthly king rules faithfully and absolutely over every part of his kingdom. His confidence is unwavering because nothing is outside of his sovereign control. Every decision is decided and decreed by the king. God is the ultimate King. Psalm 93:1 says he is robed in majesty, armed with strength, and that he reigns! There is no one like him. But there's more. Earthly kings may have a strong presence. But God is omnipresent - he is everywhere! Earthly kings may be wise. But God is omniscient - he knows everything! Every morsel of wisdom comes from him. Earthly kings are powerful rulers. But God is omnipotent - His power is infinite! He is outside of time, all-knowing, and all-powerful! Think about it this way: If one atom is outside God's control, then every atom is outside his control. Why? Because God oversees ALL. And all means all. God is the King of your life - working all things for good to fulfill your role in his Kingdom. Do you know God as your personal King? Pray to him today, "Lord you are my King and the ruler of the universe! You are the only ruler of my life. Help me kneel to your authority. I want to fulfill the plans you have for me in your Kingdom. And I want to trust you with everything in my life." What an incredible reality for you to be reminded of today: The sovereign King of the universe is your personal God. Rest in that truth!