Philippians 2:5-11.  

Christ is King in every sense. He is King of creation because “all things were created through him, and for him” (Colossians 1:16). He is our King also, guiding us toward eternal life.

Therefore, we say He is Lord of our lives. He rules and reigns in our hearts. We have taken Him as Savior in our lives and have made Him our Lord.

Philippians 2:9-11 is the end of the “Kenosis” passage. This was the earliest hymn of doctrine for the church. In verses 6-8, it describes how Jesus humbled himself, emptied himself, and became a servant, even dying on the cross.

In verses 9-11 (the second half), it tells of Jesus’ exaltation. He is given the name above all names, and everyone will bow to Him. One day, all will recognize Jesus as King of kings and Lord of lords, whether or not they accepted Him as such in this life.

My pastor friend is fond of saying, “God is large and in charge.” I like that! We are reminded to bow before our King, Jesus Christ, and acknowledge Him as the “Alpha and the Omega, the first and the last, the beginning and the end” (Revelation 22:13).

Author: Clark Armstrong