In this episode, we confront a common—but incomplete—view of Jesus. Many of us have embraced Him as Savior—sin forgiver, debt payer, ticket to heaven—while missing the dominant message of the New Testament: Jesus as King.

The word Χριστός (Christos), translated “Christ,” wasn’t originally a last name—it was a royal title meaning “Anointed One.” From the very beginning of His ministry, Jesus announced the arrival of God’s reign and rule. His core message was clear: The time has come. Repent. Seek first the kingdom.

We unpack repentance not as guilt-driven shame, but as a thoughtful change of mind—a shift in allegiance. In a world where people were forced to pledge loyalty to Rome, Jesus offered a better King. One who serves instead of being served. One who sacrifices instead of demanding sacrifice.

At the root of our resistance to surrender is distrust—the ancient lie that God cannot be trusted with our deepest happiness. That’s why Jesus teaches us to pray, “Your kingdom come, your will be done.” God’s reign advances wherever His will is lived out through us.

So the question becomes: Where are you resisting King Jesus? What are you holding onto? Because whatever you refuse to surrender may actually be ruling you.

Jesus didn’t just come to save you from something—He came to lead you into life under the good and trustworthy rule of a perfect King.

Topics Covered:

-The royal meaning of “Christ”

-Repentance as a shift in allegiance

-Jesus’ upside-down model of kingship

-Why trust is at the center of surrender

-What it means to seek first the kingdom

Read along with our chosen scripture: Mark 1:15; Matthew 6:9–10, 25, 31–33

The Main Idea: People all over the world claim to be Christian, based on a belief that Jesus is the ultimate king. But at times, we can find ourselves living in defiance of the very king we swear allegiance to.

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