Last night we celebrated Shabbat in our home. We lite the candles, remembered and proclaimed that Jesus, Yeshua, is the light of the world and He is the King of the Universe.
Oh, how good to stop, remember, and say it out loud: Blessed are You, Oh Lord our God, King of the Universe.
Today, as we rest on this beautiful Shabbat, I keep hearing in my mind and heart, “King of the Universe.”
As I reflected back on Bible stories and also my life, I heard him whisper, “I am King of the Universe. I was then and I am now.”
When the Israelites were in Egypt, I was King of the Universe and I had a plan.
When Daniel was in the lion’s den, I was King of the Universe and I had a plan.
When Jonah spent a few nights in the belly of the fish, I was King of the Universe and I had a plan.
When the early Christians were being persecuted and facing the lions in the arena, I was King of the Universe and I had a plan.
When you, Ruthie, walked through heartache, grief, and unbelief, I was still the King of the Universe and I had a plan.
When the coronavirus began in Wuhan, China, I was and I AM still the King of the Universe and I still have a plan.
In fact, when my only Son was beaten, bleeding and dying on a rough, wooden cross, I was still King of the Universe, and I still have a plan.
You see, I AM the Lord, the God of all flesh, there is nothing too hard for me.
So, Lord, we keep our eyes focused on you. Because you are the King of the Universe and You have a plan. There is nothing too hard for you.
Janet Orman says
Perfect word, Ruthie. God is Sovereign over everthing. He had a plan and purpose for each of us before the creation, and His plan will unfold exactly as he ordained it. Nothing … NOTHING … happens that He did not know about. He is not surprised by what happens, and even the awful things He will ultimately use for His glory.
This is the comfort of belonging to Him. Fret not. All is well (no matter what happens or how things look). Trust in the Lord.
Nancy Sleger says
Beautiful and comforting word Ruthie!
Ruthie Young says
thank you Nancy! a plan for you, my friend. and for me!
Ruthie Young says
thank you Janet, I really appreciate your comment and I appreciate you! love you my friend.
Billy Joe says
He Is King of the Universe and He does hav a plan!
Ruthie Young says
thank you, honey! He has a plan for us!
GLENDA ROBERTS says
Good word! He is the God of the Universe! So enjoyed partaking of the communion meal with everyone this morning. Can’t wait until tomorrow. Be Blessed.
Ruthie Young says
thank you Glenda! Looking forward to communion tomorrow too, 10 AM! see you there.
Marina Lott says
Than you for reminding us. I’ve always known His presence in my life even when I was deep in sin. His faithfulness is never changing. Malachi 3: 6 “For I am the Lord, and I change not.” Yours is a comforting word. Shalom, ps. Let’s go riding soon!
Ruthie Young says
Would love to ride soon. weather is perfect! and Yes, He never changes
Mary says
Yes! He is King of the Universe! Yes, He has a plan! Thank you, Ruthie, these words.
Ruthie Young says
Thank you Mary. Love you
Dianne Schmitz says
King of the universe, king of our hearts, creator of all that is or ever will be. You, the “I Am,” who needs nothing after Your name to complete it. “I AM that I AM”…completion, the summation and composition of all things, omnipresent, omniscient. Thank You, Father, that You are the Alpha, the Omega, and everything in between.
Ruthie Young says
Yes! Diane, and more!!! thank you
Meg says
Amen ! Our God is King of the universe and He is still in control ! Thankyou for the encouragement Ruthie !
Ruthie Young says
bless you Meg! keep singing!
Carlette Motty says
It was a short message, But so power-packed. I could feel an uplifting inside as I read aloud His words to you. Words of Truth. Such a Loving Father, to comfort in times as these. Thank you for sharing.
Ruthie Young says
Thank you Carlette. Your comment is such a blessing to my heart.
Amy George says
Ruthie, thank you so much for reminding me. He is King of the Universe. He does have a plan. And He is good. There is so much peace in that! Love you!
Ruthie Young says
thank you Amy! And we continue to seek your plan!! Love you
Billy Joe Young says
Yes He is still King of the Universe!