My Lord

Jesus Christ is the Lord of the universe. In that sense, he is everyone’s Lord. He created you, he sustains you, and he directs your paths, whether you trust him or not. But he is especially the Lord of all who trust him. To them his Lordship is welcomed, embraced, and enjoyed in sweet communion with the triune God.

Friend, in what sense is Jesus your Lord? Is he merely your Creator against whom you have rebelled and upon whom you wish destruction and defeat lest he rob you of your beloved sins? Or is he your choice Lord, the sweet Shepherd of your soul, the Friend who sticks closer than a brother?

Christian, rejoice that the Lord of all is your Lord. He loves you so. He guides you with tenderness; he watches over you with strength. He is yours even as you are his. His truth is your truth. His gospel is yours by mighty experience. His commandments are your delight. His people are your people. His will is your desire. For he is truly yours.