“And has made us kings and priests to His God and Father, to Him be glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen” (Rev. 1:6).
God’s plan for His children is to reign as kings and priests in this life. So let me ask you this: Are you ruling your life as a king and priest?
In order to answer this question, we must ask more questions. How does a king reign? Is a king prosperous? Does he allow the enemy into his house? And the priest, what does he do?
Does he minister to those under him, presenting God’s Word as a guideline for their lives? Does the king dress and act like a pauper? Does a priest know how to pray?
As we answer these questions, we can easily see that many Christians are not living as kings and priests in their households. A king has compassion for those under his authority and sets aside rules and regulations for their good.
As kings on this earth we have been given the ultimate rulebook. It’s the Holy Bible, the book known as God’s Word. In it is the constitution for our kingdom and the rules, regulations and guidelines for daily living. When followed, these rules and regulations will bring peace, freedom, life and contentment.
The king protects and supplies while the priest teaches and imparts. As a king and priest, you have this same responsibility within your own family. You must protect your family by proclaiming the blood of Jesus and its protective power. You must supply the needs of your family through being obedient to, confessing and receiving God’s Word and His promises.
You must teach through your lifestyle and by being a living example of what you teach. You must impart all of the knowledge and wisdom that God has given you to the next generation so that they may pick up where you left off and go further.
Living as a king and priest is not just God’s will, but it is an excellent lifestyle that will produce abundance and fruit in your life.
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Dr. Larry Ollison is founder and Senior Pastor of Walk on the Water Faith Church and founder of Larry Ollison Ministries. With over forty years in the ministry, he is a very popular speaker nationally and internationally and ministers the Word of Faith through radio, television, Internet, and daily e-mail devotionals. As the author of twelve books (including The Power of Grace, The Practical Handbook for Christian Living, Breaking the Cycle of Offense, Life is in the Blood, and recently released The Paradise of God), he is in frequent demand for radio/TV interviews, book signings, and magazine publications.
Dr. Ollison was raised a Southern Baptist. While majoring in theology at Southwest Baptist University, he received the baptism of the Holy Spirit. For many years he traveled extensively speaking at Full Gospel Business Men's meetings and conventions. He later earned an M.A. in Theology and a Ph.D. and Th.D. from Life Christian University.
Currently President of International Convention of Faith Ministries (ICFM), Dr. Ollison is also Vice-President of Spirit FM Christian Radio Network, Missouri State Director of Christians United for Israel (CUFI), and a Trustee on the boards of several international ministries. He is also the host of The Cutting Edge Radio Broadcast and authors The Cutting Edge Daily Devotional.
As the owner of a marine dealership, his extensive business background brings a unique flavor to his teaching. He founded and served as chairman of the Missouri State Marine Board, President of the Marine Dealers’ Association, Vice-President of a bank holding company, along with holding several directorships in various corporations.
Dr. Ollison's strongest areas of teaching are the blood of Jesus, faith, relationships, the Hebrew language, the Holy Spirit, the end times, and heaven. During ministry, he operates freely in the gifts of the Holy Spirit. His use of humor and his ability to make a theological concept simple makes it enjoyable and easy for everyone to understand. Countless testimonies have been received from people who say their lives have been changed after experiencing Dr. Ollison's unique ministry.
Dr. Ollison is a pastor, pilot, teacher, and author. His number one goal is to meet the needs of the people through the teaching of faith in God's Word. He and his wife, Loretta, have two children and six grandchildren.