10th July 2025

No Fantasy

Those who sat at the table with Him began to say to themselves,

“Who is this who even forgives sins?”

Luke 7:49

Today's Bible Reading: Matthew 16:13-17.

One definition of a “superhero” is a “benevolent fictional character.” While Jesus Christ is certainly benevolent, He is not fictional. He is the One and only Son of God clothed in human flesh. His purpose was not to save people from a villain, but from sin.

We need to understand that the Lord Jesus is not a “fictional” character, but alive and active in the world today. He lived on Earth and performed miracles that transformed people’s lives, He did not come to entertain mankind. He is not a caped crusader—He is the crucified Christ. He is not make-believe—He is Master. He is not a legend—He is Lord. He is not created by fantasy—He is favoured by God. He is not an icon—He is the Intercessor. He is not a force— He is the Forgiver. He is not imaginary—He is infallible. He does not vanish into exile—He redeems to the end. He is not a virtual winner—He is the Victor. He does not resemble hope—He is the resurrection of hope. He is not a revolutionary—He is the Righteous Ruler. He is not a superhero who falters—He is the Saviour who rescues. He is not a knight in hiding—He is the coming King.

Prayer: It is, indeed, a wonderful thing, Father God, to know Your Son, the Lord Jesus. I thank You for Him, and for His saving work on Calvary. Amen.