Who Reigns Over You?

Scripture 1 Chron 1:43 Now these were the kings who reigned in the land of Edom before a king reigned over the children of Israel: Bela the son of Beor, and the name of his city was Dinhabah.

Observation: God was upset when the Israelites wanted a king to rule over them instead of God. They wanted to be like other nations and have a king, army and war. God had got them through so much, but they rejected God and wanted to do it on their own and God let them. We have set up kings to rule over us, it may be the ruler of money, the king of success, the lord of possessions or some other king we may have set up to take God’s place in our lives.

Application: I need to be very careful not to put anything before my Lord. Especially nothing on this Earth. I need to make sure my God stays on the throne of my heart and mind and I need to worship Him every day and throughout the day. I also must show others who rules over me and tell them why and that He can rule over them and that He has a plan and a purpose for their lives.

Prayer: My Lord you are the ruler of my life. Help direct me where you want me to go, command me and I will do whatever you call me to do. May I glorify you and guide others to you all the days of my life.