Crown

"Crown"

12" x 12" Oil on Canvas

Did you know you wear a crown? What have you been crowned with?

I have always been drawn to images of crowns because of the strong symbolism they carry. They embody power, authority, and sovereignty. It is something worn to distinguish the honored and revered. Often a symbol of a nation and their identity as a people. Here are some crowns we read about in the scripture.

Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. (James 1:12)

There's a crown of righteousness waiting in heaven for me, which I know the Lord, the righteous judge will give me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing. (2 Tim 4:8)

When the Shepherd-King appears, you will receive a crown of never-ending glory and honor. (1 Peter 5:4)

For the Lord takes delight in his people; he crowns the humble with victory. (Psalm 10:6)

 I am coming soon. Hold on to what you have, so that no one will take your crown. (Rev 3:11)

We wear the crown of life, the crown of righteousness, the crown of humility and victory and this crown is everlasting. When I am able to fully understand His love for me as His daughter, I can see Him place a crown on me to remember who I am to my Father. This is the position I carry within me as His own. Peter writes, we are God's chosen treasure - priests who are kings, a holy nation set apart as God's devoted ones. He claims us as His very own. (1 Peter 2:9)

Take a moment today to think about the crown you have been given. What would it look like to have Jesus place it on your head and remind you of your royal position in His heart and home. The word "royal" in Hebrew means both earthly and divine kingdoms of God. Walk in the authority you have been given on earth and in heaven.