“ALL AUTHORITY”
Matthew 28:18
And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.
One of the greatest sources of confidence in the Christian life is knowing who is in control. Life often brings situations that seem bigger than our abilities, stronger than our resources, and beyond our understanding. But Matthew 28:18 reminds us that Jesus Christ possesses all authority in heaven and in earth.
Notice that Jesus did not say He had some power or limited authority. He declared that all power belongs to Him. There is no problem beyond His ability, no circumstance beyond His control, and no situation that catches Him by surprise.
This truth should change the way we face each day. We do not have to live defeated by fear, overwhelmed by uncertainty, or discouraged by difficult circumstances. Our Savior is not powerless, and His authority has not diminished.
When you face an impossible situation, remember that your confidence is not in what you can do but in what Christ can do. The One who has all authority is the One who promises to be with you. “When you know who holds all authority, you don’t have to fear what is holding you back.”
THINK ABOUT IT:
Why do we worry about what is beyond our control when everything is under His authority?
Prayer:
Lord, help me remember that You have all authority. Teach me to trust Your power rather than depend on my own strength. Amen.
