There is a desire within each of us to rule and reign, but how did God intend for that desire to reflect His kingdom on earth? From the very beginning, God gave humanity a mandate to exercise dominion. But over time, culture has distorted that God-given drive, tempting us to build our own personal kingdoms instead of seeking His. Jesus came to redefine leadership—not as power or status, but as humble service. He showed us that ruling in God’s kingdom means serving others with love, humility, and sacrifice.
- Our desire to rule originates from God’s original purpose for humanity.
- Culture often misdirects this desire toward personal kingdoms and self-interest.
- Jesus exemplifies true leadership as the ultimate servant leader.
- We are called to lead through humility, service, and love.
- We must lay down worldly pursuits of power to embrace God’s higher calling.
- Holiness is a communal pursuit, where together we live out God’s kingdom values and show Christ-likeness to the world around us. It’s about more than personal piety—it’s about revealing Jesus through our love, humility, and service.
Our prayer is that we’d all examine our hearts and surrender any areas where we’re clinging to power or status. May we choose the path of humility and service, ruling as Christ did, so that His kingdom might be seen in and through us—and that the world would see Jesus in the way we love one another.
