Who Owns the North?

WHO REALLY OWNS THE NORTH?

Nations stake claims to territory in a variety of ways. Planting flags, declarations of sovereignty, submissions to United Nations commissions and flexing of military muscle are but a few. What does God think of such declarations? It is prudent for a Christian to try to see world events from the perspective of the Almighty. Speaking of Jesus Christ, scripture tells us that “by Him all things were created that are in heaven and on earth… All things were created through Him and for Him” (Colossians 1:16). We also understand that “the Most High God rules in the kingdom of men, and appoints over it whomever He chooses” (Daniel 5:21). God is not persuaded by the planting of flags or flexing of military might.

Tomorrow’s World looks forward to Jesus Christ returning to inherit all of His creation—including the North Pole (Zechariah 14:9)! He will give rulership to His saints (Revelation 5:10) even giving some individuals responsibility over tribes (Matthew 19:28) and nations (Ezekiel 37:24). Ezekiel 47–48 even describes Christ setting national boundaries. It is only under His authority and by His direction that disputes over territory, waterways and resources will ultimately come to an end. So, we have our answer to the question: “Who owns the North Pole?” Jesus Christ does, and He is looking for humble men and women with whom he can work, who will submit to Him and develop in themselves His holy and righteous character, that they too may inherit it (Psalm 37:11, 22; Matthew 5:5) in Tomorrow’s World!

Article Appeared @http://www.tomorrowsworld.org/magazines/2016/march-april/who-owns-the-north

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