The angel told Mary concerning her soon-to-be son, Jesus, “He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over the house of Jacob forever; his kingdom will never end.” (Luke 1:32-33) What will the kingdom be like? How will he rule? Will he lord power over others as other rulers do?
No. These verses concern the rule of the King of Justice, the Royal Son of Ages past, present, and forever. Jesus delivers the needy when they cry out. He rescues those who have no one to help. He takes pity on the weak and needy. He saves the needy from death. Jesus rescues those who call on his name from oppression and violence. Their blood is precious in his sight. Jesus is full of grace, love, and truth. Call on his name.
King Jesus invites, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” (Matthew 11:28-30)
