Our readings in this series are from the book, What in Heaven Is Jesus Doing on Earth? David wrote in Psalm 16.8 that he had set the Lord always before him. Perhaps we should do the same. Here’s a reading from page 29:
What then remains? Our Lord is working now
to sow good Kingdom seeds throughout the world,
in beauty, truth, and goodness. He unfurled
His banner over us, and showed us how
to live. In every age, Christ’s foes have hurled
their best against His bastion, yet it stands.
His Word has spread throughout the peoples, lands,
and cultures of the sin-infested world,
like salt and light; it has dissolved the bands
of sin and evil, and replaced them by
the promise of forgiveness, and the high
and holy calling to give heart and hands
to following our King. So turn the eye
of your saved heart to where the King sits on
His throne. Look well to see the scars upon
His hands and side. Don’t be afraid; draw nigh,
until you take your seat beside Him – pawn
to King, for certain, but His pawn, His knight,
His bishop, rook, and queen.
For reflection or discussion
1. What does it mean for you to set your mind on Jesus, exalted in glory? What are some ways you can practice this?
2. How would expect to benefit from regularly looking to Jesus as He reigns at the Father’s right hand?
We really can set our minds on Jesus and see Him exalted in glory; and we can join Him in His work of bringing His Kingdom to earth as it is in heaven. Learn more by ordering your copy of What in Heaven Is Jesus Doing on Earth? either in book form or as a free PDF by going to The Ailbe Bookstore. A companion study, “We Would See Jesus’, is also available for free at our website. Forward today’s podcast to a friend and invite them to read and study with you as you discover the important implications of Jesus’ reign at the Father’s right hand, and our being seated there with Him.
