As followers of Christ, we are called to a royal identity. The Bible speaks of our divine inheritance as children of the King, chosen and set apart for His glory. We are not ordinary; we are royalty in God’s kingdom. Here are seven themes with scriptures that remind us of our royal status in Christ.
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We Are Children of the King
Through Christ, we have been adopted into God’s family and given the status of royal heirs. As children of the Most High, we are called to walk in the authority, love, and grace of our Father.
Galatians 4:7
“Now you are no longer a slave but God’s own child. And since you are his child, God has made you his heir.”
Romans 8:17
“And since we are his children, we are his heirs. In fact, together with Christ we are heirs of God’s glory. But if we are to share his glory, we must also share his suffering.”
John 1:12
“But to all who believed him and accepted him, he gave the right to become children of God.”
1 John 3:1
“See how very much our Father loves us, for he calls us his children, and that is what we are! But the people who belong to this world don’t recognize that we are God’s children because they don’t know him.”
2 Corinthians 6:18
“And I will be your Father, and you will be my sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty.”
A Royal Priesthood
As believers, we are part of a holy and royal priesthood. We are set apart to serve, worship, and reflect the light of Christ in this world.
1 Peter 2:9
“But you are not like that, for you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light.”
Revelation 1:6
“He has made us a Kingdom of priests for God his Father. All glory and power to him forever and ever! Amen.”
Exodus 19:6
“And you will be my kingdom of priests, my holy nation. This is the message you must give to the people of Israel.”
Revelation 5:10
“And you have caused them to become a Kingdom of priests for our God. And they will reign on the earth.”
Isaiah 61:6
“You will be called priests of the Lord, ministers of our God. You will feed on the treasures of the nations and boast in their riches.”
Seated with Christ
Through our faith in Jesus, we are spiritually seated with Him in heavenly places. This signifies our authority and victory over sin and darkness.
Ephesians 2:6
“For he raised us from the dead along with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ Jesus.”
Colossians 3:1
“Since you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits in the place of honor at God’s right hand.”
Romans 5:17
“For the sin of this one man, Adam, caused death to rule over many. But even greater is God’s wonderful grace and his gift of righteousness, for all who receive it will live in triumph over sin and death through this one man, Jesus Christ.”
2 Timothy 2:12
“If we endure hardship, we will reign with him. If we deny him, he will deny us.”
Revelation 3:21
“Those who are victorious will sit with me on my throne, just as I was victorious and sat with my Father on his throne.”
Clothed in Royal Garments
As God’s chosen people, we are clothed in righteousness, holiness, and honor, symbolizing our royal status.
Isaiah 61:10
“I am overwhelmed with joy in the Lord my God! For he has dressed me with the clothing of salvation and draped me in a robe of righteousness.”
Zechariah 3:4
“So the angel said to the others standing there, ‘Take off his filthy clothes.’ And turning to Jeshua he said, ‘See, I have taken away your sins, and now I am giving you these fine new clothes.'”
Psalm 132:9
“May your priests be clothed in godliness; may your loyal servants sing for joy.”
Revelation 19:8
“She has been given the finest of pure white linen to wear. For the fine linen represents the good deeds of God’s holy people.”
Matthew 22:11-12
“‘But when the king came in to meet the guests, he noticed a man who wasn’t wearing the proper clothes for a wedding. ‘Friend,’ he asked, ‘how is it that you are here without wedding clothes?’ But the man had no reply.”
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Reigning in Life Through Christ
As heirs of God’s kingdom, we are called to reign in life through the power and authority of Jesus Christ. He has given us dominion over sin, fear, and the forces of darkness.
Romans 5:17
“For the sin of this one man, Adam, caused death to rule over many. But even greater is God’s wonderful grace and his gift of righteousness, for all who receive it will live in triumph over sin and death through this one man, Jesus Christ.”
Luke 10:19
“Look, I have given you authority over all the power of the enemy, and you can walk among snakes and scorpions and crush them. Nothing will injure you.”
1 Corinthians 4:8
“You think you already have everything you need. You think you are already rich. You have begun to reign in God’s kingdom without us! I wish you really were reigning already, for then we would be reigning with you.”
Revelation 20:6
“Blessed and holy are those who share in the first resurrection. For them, the second death holds no power, but they will be priests of God and of Christ and will reign with him a thousand years.”
Proverbs 8:15-16
“Because of me, kings reign, and rulers make just decrees. Rulers lead with my help, and nobles make righteous judgments.”
Heirs of the Kingdom
As heirs of God’s kingdom, we have an inheritance that is incorruptible and eternal. We are not just subjects in God’s kingdom—we are partakers of His divine blessings.
James 2:5
“Listen to me, dear brothers and sisters. Hasn’t God chosen the poor in this world to be rich in faith? Aren’t they the ones who will inherit the Kingdom he promised to those who love him?”
Matthew 25:34
“Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you from the creation of the world.'”
Colossians 1:12
“Always thanking the Father. He has enabled you to share in the inheritance that belongs to his people, who live in the light.”
1 Peter 1:4
“And we have a priceless inheritance—an inheritance that is kept in heaven for you, pure and undefiled, beyond the reach of change and decay.”
Romans 8:16-17
“For his Spirit joins with our spirit to affirm that we are God’s children. And since we are his children, we are his heirs. In fact, together with Christ we are heirs of God’s glory. But if we are to share his glory, we must also share his suffering.”
Crowned with Glory and Honor
God has crowned us with His glory and honor, setting us apart as His royal children. Through Christ, we walk in His divine favor and calling.
Psalm 8:5
“Yet you made them only a little lower than God and crowned them with glory and honor.”
2 Timothy 4:8
“And now the prize awaits me—the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on the day of his return. And the prize is not just for me but for all who eagerly look forward to his appearing.”
Isaiah 62:3
“The Lord will hold you in his hand for all to see—a splendid crown in the hand of God.”
Proverbs 4:9
“She will place a lovely wreath on your head; she will present you with a beautiful crown.”
Revelation 2:10
“Don’t be afraid of what you are about to suffer. The devil will throw some of you into prison to test you. You will suffer for ten days. But if you remain faithful even when facing death, I will give you the crown of life.”
As believers in Christ, we are more than just members of God’s kingdom—we are royalty. We have been chosen, set apart, and given an eternal inheritance. Through Christ, we reign in life, clothed in righteousness, and crowned with honor. May these verses remind you of your divine identity and encourage you to walk boldly in the calling God has placed upon you!