April 9, 2014

Tree roots can do amazing things. I’ve seen heavy concrete slabs lifted from the ground to an odd angle by the gradual pressure of a tree root. The amount of power needed to do this would be very difficult to measure.

"What is the kingdom of God like, and to what shall I compare it? It is like a mustard seed, which a man took and threw into his own garden; and it grew and became a tree, and THE BIRDS OF THE AIR NESTED IN ITS BRANCHES.” (Luke 13.18-19)

Some would suggest that Jesus is describing the great growth of the kingdom of God when He compares it to a tiny mustard seed that grows to become a large tree. Perhaps, but He also is describing the power of the kingdom. Once the seed is sown and begins to grow, it is unstoppable. And such is the case with the kingdom: the seed has been sown, the growth is underway, and the ultimate triumph is assured. You can “go to the bank” on that fact, so to speak.

A prominent university professor once stated that war is permanent to the human condition, and that in war it is better to win, for no one ever had to accommodate a loser. Leaders of nations and governments likely understand this very well, and strategize accordingly. But, their efforts place them in direct opposition to the one system which will ultimately triumph. “The kings of the earth take their stand And the rulers take counsel together Against the LORD and against His Anointed, saying, ‘Let us tear their fetters apart And cast away their cords from us!’ He who sits in the heavens laughs, The Lord scoffs at them.” (Psalm 2.2-4) Like it or not, the leaders and nations of this world will one day have to accommodate the plans and desires of the King and the unstoppable Kingdom of God.

We belong to a system of indescribable power destined to triumph victoriously. “For the kingdom of God does not consist in words but in power.” (1 Corinthians 4.20) That means that whatever we do within the realm of that kingdom cannot fail. So, we can live and serve with the utmost confidence. Although we may be few in number, and limited in our scope of influence in this age, there is power at our disposal beyond measure. Like a tree root exerting pressure and moving large buildings, we are part of a powerful and unstoppable force. Thank you, Father, for that power and victory.

Steve

©Steve Taylor, 2014
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