#1383. All things under Jesus’ feet (10/11/25)

Welcome to this Come to Jesus Daily Devotional (posted, at present, every weekday) as we continue our Ephesians series: Ephesians - To the praise, for the purpose, in the power of God. 

Today, we reflect on the stunning claim that God has placed all things under Jesus’ feet. What does this mean?

You can listen to this devotional below

1. This speaks of Jesus’ resurrection and ascension

Paul is pointing us to Jesus’ resurrection and exaltation. While Jesus has always been fully divine, co-eternal with the Father and Spirit, in His incarnation He “made himself nothing” (Philippians 2:7). He laid aside His glory, bore our sin, and died. But He did not remain in the grave - God raised Him from the dead and exalted Him to His right hand. Jesus the risen man now reigns. All things are under His feet - right now.

2. Things are under His authority in heaven and earth

We are to understand that Jesus is in full authority right now -  His dominion is universal. Yet, we live in a world where people and demonic powers still rebel; this is why we are taught to pray, “Your kingdom come…” because we long for His reign to be fully expressed on earth as it is in heaven.

3. So how should we live in this ‘already and not yet’ reality?

i. Live like Jesus is enthroned right now! 

Let’s trust that Jesus has been raised from the dead and exalted above all rule and authority (Ephesians 1:20–21). He is already sovereign. 

ii. Be patient and pray whilst His rule is not yet fully visible

Though Jesus is enthroned, His enemies are still being subdued. This is clearly stated in Hebrews 2:8:

The world is still marked by sin, rebellion, suffering, and spiritual warfare. However, the Bible assures us that these enemies will one day be decisively and visibly defeated - especially death, which is called the “last enemy” (1 Corinthians 15:25–26).

iii. Why the delay?

Why doesn’t Jesus end all rebellion now? Because of grace. God is patiently allowing time for repentance and the gathering in of His people.

iv. What does this mean for us now?

Jesus is the sovereign Lord in heaven and earth. He rules all things even, ultimately, the things that resist Him! We are to live We live with faith and hope, knowing that Christ reigns even when the world resists Him. We’re called to live under His rule, as part of the church - His body - through whom His authority is meant to be expressed. We pray, trust, and endure, knowing that His reign will one day be fully revealed (Philippians 2:10–11).

Response

Do we trust that all things in heaven and earth are under Jesus’ rule and authority?

Do we know that sin and satanic powers are, ultimately, subject to Him?

Do we trust that, in the end, all things will be fully brought under His feet in final victory? 

Community Group Notes

1. Notices

It might be good to begin with notices. Please share from this week’s Church News.

Note - Please be thinking and praying about who you might want to invite to our upcoming carol service (7th December) and to sign up for carol singing (30th November). To sign up, go to: https://forms.monday.com/forms/67541e198902721e4b04ee65cc95ae8a?r=use1

2. Icebreaker

How has God been speaking to you from His Word this week, and how has this helped you? 

3. Worship together

Let’s begin our time together by lifting our eyes and hearts to worship our great God. Perhaps you have readings and songs that you would like to use together. Let’s be open to the gifts that the Spirit wants to give in order to encourage one another.

4. Study and pray together

Balanced Time Allocation - Please ensure a balanced focus on discussion, SIV (Serve, Invest, and Invite), and prayer so that each section is meaningful and fruitful.

On Sunday, we continued our series: Ephesians: to the praise, for the purpose, in the power of God. 

Our message on Sunday from Ephesians 1:22-23, was:  The authority, life and power of Jesus.

Please read Ephesians 1:22-23 and discuss:

• Personal Reflection – What did God speak to you about through Sunday’s message?

• Over how much is Jesus reigning and how is this meant to affect our thinking, praying and acting? 

• What does it mean for Jesus to be ‘head over everything for the church’?

• Jesus is the head and the church is His body, how do we get connected to Jesus, the head?

• What does Jesus being our head mean for how we relate to Him?

• What does this image of head and body teach about unity?

SIV (Serve, Invest, and Invite)

•  If we are joined to Christ, we will receive His power. How will this be seen in our service and witness?

• Share Stories – Have you had any recent opportunities to Serve, Invest in, or Invite someone toward Jesus? Let’s encourage one another by sharing testimonies of God at work through us.

• Practical Next Steps – Who is God putting on your heart to reach? Are there any ‘people of peace’ (*see note) in your life—those who are receptive to you and spiritual conversation?

Let’s pray together: 

• Let’s pray for one another based on our study, and bring before God any other needs or requests for prayer.

• Pray for one another's SIV opportunities and boldness in following the Spirit's promptings.

• Pray specifically for the ‘people of peace’ in our lives - asking God to open hearts and provide opportunities to speak life and truth.