“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God” (John 1:1).
The Kingdom of God is eternal. Jesus Himself had no beginning, and has no end. Before this world was created, He ruled and shared the glory of Heaven’s throne with the Father and the Holy Spirit in eternity past. Although Jesus is a distinct person from God the Father, He always shared God’s qualities and His divine nature.
The author of Hebrews writes, “He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature, and he upholds the universe by the word of his power. After making purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high, having become as much superior to angels as the name he has inherited is more excellent than theirs” (Hebrews 1:3-4). Imagine experiencing the glory of God forever and ever.
The Apostle John wrote, “The life appeared; we have seen it and testify to it, and we proclaim to you the eternal life, which was with the Father and has appeared to us” (1 John 1:2). Jesus enjoyed a divine fellowship with the Father, a shared relationship that was spiritually fruitful, relationally profound, and perfectly aligned.
This communion was both unique and transparent. It went far beyond anything that we could possibly create on our own. This powerful relationship produced a unique splendor that radiated throughout all of Heaven. Now we have the opportunity to experience God’s Kingdom everyday as we allow His presence to flow through our lives. Nothing can compare with God’s eternal presence.
Before enduring the cross, Jesus prayed, “And now, Father, glorify me in your own presence with the glory that I had with you before the world existed” (John 17:5, ESV). In another translation it reads, “Now, Father, bring me into the glory we shared before the world began” (John 17:5, NLT).
Jesus longed to reunite Himself with the glory of the Father to once again experience the majesty and beauty of their fellowship in Heaven. This idea of a shared relationship is available and extended to every believer. The more you experience God’s presence, the better. What new habits do you need to create to improve your relationship with God and with others around you?
Read: Open your Bible and read Hebrews 1:3, and Philippians 2:6.
Reflect: Consider the following: Do you enjoy your relationship with God? What is it that you enjoy the most? Since God is a ruler of an Eternal Kingdom, what encouragement does that provide for your life?
Respond: As a result of these truths, what might need to change in my attitude, beliefs, and actions? What steps do I need to take outwardly?
The source of this content comes from our book, Walking with Jesus.
