The Subjection of Kings and Nations to Messiah 1 of 2 (Christ's Sovereignty, Kingship, Authority, And Rule Over All Countries)

In relation to Christ, the declaration—'all kings shall bow down before him; all nations shall serve him,' may be interpreted:—

1. As a promise for the consolation of those devout followers of Jesus, who are interested for the honor of his crown, while they, at the same time, grieve to see attempts made to trample it in the dust.

2. As a prediction of a state of things which shall certainly be brought to pass in the providence of God, who will cause the kingdoms to bow down before his Son.

3, As a duty commanded. In this view of the text, it would be translated,—'Let all kings bow down before him: Let all nations serve him.'

I. Explain the duty. The command is given to kings, in their official capacities, and not in their private characters only.

The title given them, (Myklm) kings, is a title of office, denoting the heads of commonwealths, whether denominated presidents, kings, or emperors. It is also a generic word, embracing all who are in civil authority, in the legislative, judiciary, and executive departments of government.

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