Dec 07 – SHOULDERS OF GOD !

“And the government will be upon His shoulder…” (Isaiah 9:6)

Look upon the strong and mighty shoulders of our Lord! The Scripture says the government will be upon His shoulder. When we look at His shoulders, we see His governance. The term ‘governance’ has several meanings such as dominion, authority and responsibility. In the English Bible the word ‘government’ is used.

Unlike the many governments of this world, our Lord is of the heavenly government, and reigns over all the heaven and earth. And His government has absolute authority over all the powers and principalities of this world, as He is Lord over all.

That is why we do not call him as ‘God’ but refer to Him as ‘Lord’. Everything is under His dominion. When you look at His strong and mighty shoulders, you will be able to see that the heaven and earth and the entire universe are resting upon His shoulders.

When Saul was chosen by the Lord as the King to rule over Israel, there was not a more handsome person than he among the children of Israel. From his shoulders upward he was taller than any of the people (1 Samuel 9:2). But what is the majesty of our Lord? He is exalted high above all the presidents, prime ministers and governors of this world. He is so majestic and glorious and excellent and taller than any of these worldly authorities. Governance of the entire universe is upon His shoulder.

There are many responsibilities for a government. First of all, it should protect its citizens. It should establish law and order in the country. Government should provide ways and means to ensure that all the basic needs of the citizens are met. Not only that, it should protect its people from oppression of enemies. All the citizens will only look unto the government for fulfilment of their basic needs, for justice and for protection.

Likewise, you should look unto the shoulders of our Lord, cast all your burdens upon Him and lean on His mighty shoulders. Once you do that, He protects you, ensures justice to you and blesses you. And you will see yourself living in a state of wonderful peace and joy!

Some of the worldly nations or governments may go through a period of drought or famine. But there is no such drought or famine or any such impact in the heavenly kingdom of God. It is a kingdom of perfect blessing. Dear children of God, look unto the governance that is upon the shoulder of Jesus, and hold on to it firmly.

Verse for further meditation: “And the government will be upon His shoulder… Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end…” (Isaiah 9:6, 7)