King Jesus
King Jesus
In week four of our Hope of Glory series, CJ Ward brings a powerful message titled King Jesus, reminding us that Jesus is not just a part of our lives—He is meant to be Lord over all of it.
Many people are comfortable with Jesus as Savior. We want forgiveness. We want grace. We want hope. But the message of the gospel goes further than that. Jesus is not only the one who rescues us—He is the King who leads us.
Jesus Is Not Just Savior—He Is King
In Colossians 1, Paul makes it clear that Jesus is supreme over all things. He is not secondary. He is not optional. He is first.
To call Jesus “King” means that He has authority over every area of our lives—not just the parts we’re comfortable giving Him.
This challenges the way many of us live because it’s possible to accept Jesus as Savior while still trying to remain in control.
The Tension of Control
We often want the benefits of Jesus without surrendering to His authority.
We want:
- Forgiveness without obedience
- Grace without transformation
- Comfort without surrender
But following Jesus means laying down control. It means trusting that His way is better than ours—even when it’s difficult, uncomfortable, or costly.
What Surrender Really Means
Surrender isn’t just a one-time decision. It’s a daily posture.
It’s choosing to place the following under the authorit of King Jesus:
- Our plans
- Our identity
- Our relationships
- Our future
When Jesus is truly King, it changes how we think, how we live, and how we respond to every situation.
Why This Matters
If Jesus is not King over everything, then something else will be.
We will either live under the authority of Christ, or we will be ruled by something else—success, approval, comfort, or control.
But only Jesus is a King who brings life, freedom, and hope.
Take Your Next Step
What would it look like for you to surrender one area of your life to Jesus this week?
Attend our next service and take a step toward placing every part of your life under the leadership of King Jesus.
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