Jesus: The Lord of Lords
PS. BRENDEN BROWN | AUGUST 02, 2026
Throughout Scripture, one truth resounds from Genesis to Revelation: Jesus Christ is the Lord of Lords and the King of Kings. While the Bible uses many names and titles to reveal His nature, calling Him "Lord" speaks directly to His authority, His rule, His ownership, and His eternal sovereignty over our lives.
Revelation paints a breathtaking picture of Christ's return:
“On His robe and on His thigh He has this name written: KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS.” Revelation 19:16
This isn't just a grand title. It is the declaration that Jesus reigns above every ruler, every kingdom, every authority, and every power that has ever existed or ever will exist. The entire Bible points back to Him. The Old Testament shows us Jesus concealed, while the New Testament brings Him into full view as Jesus revealed. When we let Scripture interpret Scripture, every single page ultimately leads us back to Christ, the eternal Word of God. Nowhere is this clearer than in Psalm 110, which happens to be the most quoted Old Testament passage in the entire New Testament.
David's Remarkable Prophecy
Psalm 110 opens with one of the most extraordinary statements in all of Scripture:
“The LORD says to my Lord: Sit at my right hand until I make your enemies a footstool for your feet.” Psalm 110:1
David, the greatest king Israel had ever known, makes a startling statement here. As king, no one was considered greater than David in his day, yet he looks ahead and speaks of Someone far greater than himself:
“My Lord says to my Lord.”
Jesus Himself brought up this passage when the religious leaders challenged His identity in Matthew 22:41-46. He showed them that while He is humanly the Son of David, He is also David's Lord. Peter preached from this same Psalm on the Day of Pentecost in Acts 2 to boldly declare that Jesus is the exalted Messiah. The writer of Hebrews also builds heavily on Psalm 110, showing that Jesus serves as both King and Eternal High Priest after the order of Melchizedek, an everlasting priesthood far superior to the temporary order of Aaron and Levi.
David wasn't talking about two unrelated beings. Through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, he was receiving a prophetic glimpse of the coming Messiah. Jesus affirmed His eternal existence when He prayed in John 17:
“Father... You loved Me before the foundation of the world.” John 17:24
Long before creation, Christ already existed. Throughout His earthly ministry He repeatedly declared: “I AM”
He openly identified Himself as the eternal God, and David caught a glimpse of this reigning King long before He walked the earth.
What Does "Lord" Mean?
The word Lord speaks of authority, ownership, mastery, and control. Historically, one of its oldest root meanings carried the idea of a "bread keeper." How fitting that Jesus later declared Himself to be the Bread of Life. When Israel wandered in the wilderness, God rained down manna from heaven, and inside the Tabernacle stood the Bread of the Presence. Jesus fulfills every single one of those pictures as the true Bread from Heaven.
As He reminded us in Matthew 4:
“Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.” Matthew 4:4
When you look closely at Psalm 110, David uses two different Hebrew words. "The LORD" refers to YHWH, the covenant-keeping God, while "My Lord" is Adoni, meaning master, ruler, owner, or boss. David is essentially saying: My covenant God says to my Master.
Just as employees follow the instructions of a CEO because of their position and authority, David recognizes that Jesus holds ultimate authority over his life. He isn't just a Savior who rescues us; He is the Master who guides us.
Jesus Is the Exalted Lord
Psalm 110 begins with Christ seated at the Father's right hand, the place of supreme authority. Jesus affirmed this after His resurrection, declaring: “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.”
What makes the Gospel so remarkable is that Jesus actually shares His authority with His Church. Paul writes in Ephesians 2:4-10 that God made us alive with Christ, raised us up with Him, and seated us together with Him in the heavenly realms.
While our daily lives here on earth are temporary, our spiritual position is already anchored with Christ. Sitting down signifies that the work is finished. The heavy lifting of salvation has already been accomplished by grace. If you are facing a tough battle right now, you can rest in Christ, knowing that God is actively working on your behalf even when you can't see it yet.
Jesus also entrusted this authority directly to His followers. In Luke 9:1, He gave His disciples power over sickness and demonic forces, and in Luke 10 He declared:
“I have given you authority... over all the power of the enemy.” Luke 10:19
This authority isn't something we generate on our own; it flows entirely from our connection to Christ. When the early disciples returned thrilled that even evil spirits listened to them, Jesus gently shifted their perspective:
“Do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven.” Luke 10:20
Our identity always comes before our authority. Our names are written in Heaven not because of our spiritual performance, but because Jesus bore our sin, shame, and judgment on the Cross. We are saved by grace through faith, entirely by the blood of the Lamb.
In ancient times, victorious kings would place their feet on the necks of defeated rulers as a sign of total conquest. Jesus did that very thing when He stood victorious over death, hell, fear, shame, and insecurity. Because His victory belongs to us, we can walk in that same freedom.
As Jesus said in John 8:
“If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:31-32
Breakthrough happens when we stop striving in our own strength and constantly anchor ourselves in His finished righteousness.
As our Lord, Jesus also takes full responsibility for caring for us. Just as loving parents provide for their family, Christ faithfully provides for His Church, fights our battles, and walks alongside us through every season. No darkness holds authority over Him, and the day is coming when every knee will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.
Jesus Is the Reigning King
Psalm 110:2 says: The LORD will extend Your mighty scepter from Zion, saying, Rule in the midst of Your enemies.
Notice that Jesus reigns even while enemies are still around. Life inevitably brings trials, unexpected battles, and moments of suffering, but none of those change the fact that Christ is on the throne. The Church was never called to play defense or retreat into fear.
Jesus promised: “I will build My church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” Matthew 16:18
Gates are defensive barriers, which means the Church is meant to advance and bring light into dark places. When we feel weak, God's strength takes over. Jesus was never weak; He was meek, which simply means power held under perfect control. Because He has already defeated death, we can stand strong as ambassadors representing our true home in Heaven.
Jesus Is the Eternal High Priest
Psalm 110:4 declares:
“The LORD has sworn and will not change His mind: You are a priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek.”
Unlike temporary human priests, Jesus serves as our High Priest forever. Way back in Genesis 14, Melchizedek met Abraham with bread and wine, creating a striking picture that foreshadowed Communion and Christ's ultimate sacrifice. In response, Abraham gave a tenth of everything he had out of pure gratitude and worship, recognizing God's Lordship long before the formal Law was ever written.
It shows us that God cares about the heart behind our lives, not just external rituals. Today, Jesus continues His work as our High Priest by constantly interceding for us. He is actively praying for your faith, your family, your marriage, and your walk with Him. God's Word doesn't fail; what He promises, He fulfills.
Jesus Is the Righteous Judge and Victorious Messiah
Melchizedek's name holds a rich meaning:
Melek means King
Sedeq means Righteousnessn
Salem means Peace
Jesus is the ultimate King of Righteousness and Prince of Peace. The Kingdom of God is built on righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit. Once we grasp that Jesus fully paid our debt, His peace fills our hearts, and out of that peace flows a deep, unshakeable joy.
David reflected on God's faithfulness when he wrote:
“I have never seen the righteous forsaken or their children begging for bread.” Psalm 37:25
Psalm 110:5-6 points to Jesus as both a righteous Judge and a victorious Messiah. Right now, we live in a season of incredible grace and mercy. But Scripture is clear that one day Christ will return to bring true justice to the world. Until that day comes, we are called to run our race faithfully, love those around us, do good, and share the Gospel.
Final Thoughts
Jesus Christ isn't just a historical figure or a moral teacher. He is the exalted Lord, the reigning King, our eternal High Priest, and our victorious Savior. He rules with complete authority, His grace is more than enough for whatever you are facing, and His Kingdom will never end.
Whatever challenge you are walking through today, remember where you are spiritually seated with Him. Rest in His finished work, walk boldly in His grace, and live with the confidence of knowing your name is written in the Lamb's Book of Life.
One day every knee will bow and every tongue will confess His name. Until that day, may we faithfully echo David's declaration: “The LORD says to my Lord…”
Jesus Christ is the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords, our Master, our Savior, and our loving Father who holds our lives securely forever.