Philippians 2:10-11, “So that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”
Remember the words of that song sung several years ago by the Gaither’s that went like this: “Jesus, Jesus, Jesus. There’s just something about that name. Master, Savior, Jesus. Like the fragrance after the rain. Jesus, Jesus, Jesus. Let all heaven and earth proclaim. Kings and kingdoms shall all pass away. But there’s something about that name.” Paul quoted Isaiah 45:23 and 49:18 from the Old Testament, and pointed out in the New Testament, in Romans 14:11, and Philip. 2:10-11, every knee will bow, and every tongue will confess to God that Jesus is Christ. That means every atheist, agnostic, blasphemer, ungodly, false cults followers, angelic beings, dead human beings, and demonic fallen spirits – even Satan, will come face to face at the Great White Throne Judgment and be forced to bow and confess that Jesus is Christ, to the glory of God. But they will hear God say, “Take them away! I never knew them!”
Paul knew he would stand before Caesar, at his trial, who had what was considered a high name in governmental importance. But Caesar’s rank, or any of our present governmental positioned people, is nothing compared to the name of Jesus Christ. Men ridiculed and slandered the name of Jesus, but God exalted, honored, and gave Him the name “Lord” (Phil. 2:11; Acts 2:32-36). He arose from the dead in victory and ascended to the Father’s throne. The Pharisees, Sadducees, and chief priests realized every time, no matter what they thought of the disciples, that every time they had been in their company, these men had been with Jesus. There is a day coming when all will surrender to the Lordship of Jesus Christ and God who is the great I AM (Exodus 3:14).
“Acknowledging Jesus as Lord must include submission, obedience, because, by definition, the title of Lord assumes it.” John MacArthur. Although I have many flaws, problems and have made mistakes, as I am living this out in my daily life, it will affect my work/career, family, and home life. It also requires I be a good steward of money and material possessions and not waste any spiritual gifts, talents, relationships, and opportunities provided to me. It involves sacrifice, restraints guided with grace, studying the Scriptures, and following the example of Jesus. I have to ask myself, how well am I doing this? At the end of the day, did my co-workers see Jesus in my actions and responses? That is the key to letting our light shine for God’s glory – Jesus is Lord and God is the great I AM. The only certainty I or anyone can count on in this life is Jesus is coming back soon, and every knee will bow before Him and confess Jesus Christ is Lord!
Listen to Casting Crowns Nobody (Official music video) ft. Matthew West.