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Ruler of the Kings of the Earth

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SYNOPSIS  -  Revelation declares Jesus the present “ruler of the kings of the earth” in fulfillment of the promise of a Davidic King  –  Revelation 1:4-6 .  Despite later appearances, at the very start of the  book of Revelation  Jesus is declared the “ ruler over the kings of the earth ” – In the book, even his enemies are unable to move against him without his knowledge and consent. His exaltation is based on his past sacrificial Death and Resurrection – An accomplished fact –  NOT  on hereditary rights or military might.
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Blessing to the Nations

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SYNOPSIS  - Jesus is the promised “seed” of Abraham in whom all the nations of the earth are blessed, just as promised in the covenant with Abraham .  Basic to the redemption of humanity and the creation is the covenant of God with Abraham and his “ seed .” This included the promise that “ all the nations the earth would be blessed in him ” and Abraham would have innumerable descendants. How will the nations be blessed “ in Abraham ”? When will this “ blessing ” occur?
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