Psalm 89:29 I will establish his line forever,
    his throne as long as the heavens endure.

This prophecy is true only if you understand it spiritually. The Davidic dynasty is clearly and thoroughly cut off, genetically and politically, but Jesus, the righteous descendant of David, is alive even today – and for eternity – and His spiritual offspring include every believer even today. We have a problem in that we tend to see everything in temporal terms, that is, this world and the material universe, when God is far greater than that. Perspective is always an issue for us, because our vision and understanding are so limited. For example, we can’t see how martyrdom can be glorious victory. When a believer stands firm in faith and clings to Christ alone, even over their physical life, it is glorious victory, just as I preached this past Sunday. Christ is indeed King, and His throne will last even longer than the physical universe. Abiding in Him is the ultimate definition of security.

This is something I have known as fact for as long as I can remember, but my understanding of it has certainly deepened over the years. I currently care very little for my physical life, other than for the sake of those who depend on me in various ways. I enjoy my life, but my anticipation of what comes next has only grown over the years. The slogans of “Christ is King,” and “Jesus Reigns” are far more than slogans, and my life is to be a demonstration of their reality. That will happen only to the degree that I am submitted and obedient to Him, so that is to be my focus. I am to rejoice in the privilege of being used by Him in whatever ways He chooses, because being His ambassador is a greater honor than serving any earthly king. (2 Corinthians 5:20)

Father, thank You for this reminder. Help me rejoice consistently in the privilege of being Your agent, so that Your rule and reign may be established as Your will is done, for Your glory. Thank You. Hallelujah!