Under Authority

 Title: Under Authority 

by: JK Woodall, Ph.D.

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Dear Fellow Saints of The Most High,

I greet you in the love and authority of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is my honor to share Under Authority, a commentary that reflects on one of God’s greatest principles for His people. Authority, as God designed, is far more than a structure of control—it is a source of blessing, growth, and intimacy with Him. To understand God’s authority is to understand His heart and His intentions for us as His children, whom He lovingly guides and protects.

Consider the powerful scene in Exodus when Moses comes down from Mount Sinai, holding the tablets of the law. These tablets, inscribed by the very hand of God, were given to Israel as a divine framework for holy living. God’s authority was etched into stone, a law intended to teach His people how to live rightly in His presence. As Moses came down the mountain, he brought the word of God to the people—commands meant to draw them closer to their Creator and to one another in righteousness (Exodus 34:29-35).

Now let us turn to the New Testament, to #Jesus coming down from the mountain in Matthew 8. Just as Moses brought down the Law, Jesus, the Living Word, descends to bring grace, healing, and the fulfillment of the Law. He embodies the ultimate authority of God, not only giving commands but manifesting the power and compassion of God Himself. When the Roman centurion approaches Jesus, recognizing His divine authority, he humbly requests healing for his servant: “Lord, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed” (Matthew 8:8). The centurion understands the authority of Jesus as both powerful and merciful, demonstrating faith that reverberates through time as a model of submission to divine authority.

In both scenes—Moses descending with the tablets and Jesus coming down as the Word made flesh—we witness the profound depth of God’s authority. Moses brings the law, showing us the standards of a holy life, while Jesus fulfills those standards in grace and truth, bringing salvation to all who believe.

Through these stories, Under Authority invites you to consider how God’s authority is meant to guide us into blessing, peace, and a closer walk with Him. Authority is a divine gift, not only in the family as we see in the commandment to “Honor your father and your mother” (Exodus 20:12) but in every sphere of life. It is God’s provision to keep us in His care and to shape us in His image.

My prayer is that this commentary will deepen your understanding of God’s order and inspire you to honor the structures He has placed in your life. As we learn to live #under #authority, we step into the protection, wisdom, and love of our #Heavenly Father.

In His Service,  

JK Woodall, Ph.D.

Welcome to Your New Month of November 2024!

 Welcome to Your New Month of November 2024: Divine Intervention

By JK. Woodall, Ph.D.

As we step into November, the eleventh month, we enter a season that’s filled with God’s promise of divine intervention, new beginnings, and extraordinary grace. Biblically, the number 11 often symbolizes transitions, times when things appear incomplete or lacking in human eyes but are poised for God’s perfect touch. This month, let us move forward with faith, knowing that God’s presence is at work even when we cannot see it, and that He specializes in making the seemingly unfinished complete.

**The 11th Hour Grace**  

In Matthew 20:6-9, Jesus shares the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard, where even those hired at the "eleventh hour" receive the same blessing as those who labored all day. This story reminds us that God’s grace knows no limit and that He rewards those who turn to Him, regardless of the timing. Let this be a source of encouragement: no matter where you find yourself this month, God’s grace is enough, and His blessings can reach you even at the eleventh hour.

**Key Verses to Embrace this Month**  

- **Trust in God’s Perfect Timing**  

   “For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the end—it will not lie. If it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come; it will not delay.” — *Habakkuk 2:3*.  

   Even when things feel uncertain or unfinished, God’s timing is always right. Trust that He is working, and wait with anticipation for His promises to unfold.

- **Divine Completion in Unfinished Places**  

   “And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” — *Philippians 1:6*.  

   Just as God restored the twelve apostles by adding Matthias (Acts 1), He will bring wholeness to every area of your life where you feel incomplete.

- **New Mercies and Divine Grace**  

   “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” — *Lamentations 3:22-23*.  

   This November, expect new mercies each day. God’s faithfulness reaches us afresh, providing grace for every need and strength for every step.

- **Strength in Times of Transition**  

   “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” — *Jeremiah 29:11*.  

   During this time of transition, God’s plans for you remain good. His intentions are for a hopeful future, even when the journey feels incomplete or unclear.

**A Prayer for Divine Intervention**  

As we move through this eleventh month, let us seek God’s intervention and embrace His presence in every situation. Let us pray for His guidance and believe that He is at work, even in our eleventh-hour needs. May November bring the grace, blessings, and breakthroughs you are seeking, and may you see the fullness of God’s promises come to life.

Happy New Month of Divine Intervention!