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Behold The King

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**Verse 1** All the noise and clamor on earth—every screen has gone still, Every king and kingdom—find their subjects bowing to the Father’s will. All the tired and worn feel mysterious peace— every war and crime have come to a cease, All eyes on earth—turns toward the sky— a mighty rushing wind—everyone hears— Lift up your heads! The Prince of Glory now appears. **Pre‑Chorus** I hear the trumpet sound— I see graves bursting from the ground— All creation sees their makers face— All hail—the King of grace!! **Chorus** Behold, the King! Behold the King! Every ear can hear—every eye can see— All creation—falls on bended knee! Behold, the King! Behold, the King! I see Him drawing near— Lift your heads to the King of Glory—oh believer—your redemption—now is here. **Verse 2** All the broken hearted—lifted from their sorrow— The weak and worn—no fear of tomorrow. Every tear—every loss—every promise broken—wiped clean from every heart and soul. Every nation, tribe, and tongue singing “Worthy is the Lamb,” for every sin and my way to Heaven—Jesus paid the toll! **Pre‑Chorus** The mighty roar isn’t thunder, The skies are bright and clear— You have no need to wonder— It’s Heaven’s armies—trampling death and darkness—on their way here! **Chorus** Behold, the King! Behold the King! Every ear can hear—every eye can see— All creation—falls on bended knee! Behold, the King! Behold, the King! I see Him drawing near— Lift your heads to the King of Glory—oh believer—your redemption—now is here. **Bridge** Holy, holy, Lord Almighty, Lift the victor’s song. Jesus, crowned in glory, Every Saint has come along! Holy, holy, Lord Almighty, Let the universe proclaim, Blessing, honor, and power, To the King of Glory—oh bless His holy Name! **Chorus** Behold, the King! Behold the King! Every ear can hear—every eye can see— All creation—falls on bended knee! Behold, the King! Behold, the King! I see Him drawing near— Lift your heads to the King of Glory—oh believer—your redemption—now is here. **Tag** Behold, the King! Behold the King! Behold Jesus, our! forever! King!
Ministry Devotional

Behold The King

Read together: Luke 21:25–28; Psalm 24:7–10; Revelation 1:7; Revelation 21:3–5; Revelation 5:9–13

Imagine a moment when every screen goes silent. Every news feed stops. Every argument, every war, every noise of this world falls quiet, and every eye turns toward the sky. This song paints that picture: the return of Jesus Christ in glory.

For many of us, the noise of the world is constant. Headlines bring fear. Conflicts seem endless. Grief and injustice pile up. It is easy to wonder whether anything will ever truly be made right. Jesus spoke into exactly that kind of world.

Read Luke 21:25–28. Jesus told His disciples there would be signs in the heavens, distress among nations, and people fainting from fear. Then He said, "When these things begin to happen, stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near." The song takes its chorus straight from that promise. For believers, the return of Christ is not a terror to dread. It is the day our redemption is complete.

Now read Psalm 24:7–10. "Lift up your heads, O gates… that the King of glory may come in. Who is this King of glory? The Lord strong and mighty." That ancient call to welcome the King finds its fullest meaning in Jesus. The Prince of Glory who once came humbly to a manger will come again in majesty.

Revelation 1:7 says that every eye will see Him. That truth cuts two ways, and the song does not hide it. For those who love Him, it will be joy beyond words. For those who have rejected Him, it will be a day of mourning. That is why the gospel invitation is urgent. Today, while the King's mercy is still being offered, you can come to Him. You do not need to wait for the skies to open. Turn from your sin, trust Jesus who died and rose again, and bow your knee willingly now.

The second verse is pure comfort. Read Revelation 21:3–5. God will dwell with His people. He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death, mourning, crying, or pain. The song lists the things believers carry—every tear, every loss, every promise broken—and declares that the King will make all things new. If you are carrying a sorrow that feels permanent, this passage tells you it is not.

And read Revelation 5:9–13. People from every tribe, language, and nation sing to the Lamb, "Worthy are You… because You were slain, and by Your blood You purchased for God" people from every nation. The King we behold is the Lamb who paid the toll for our sin. His crown and His cross belong together.

We do not know the day or the hour. Jesus told us not to speculate but to be watchful and faithful (Luke 21:34–36). The hope of His return is meant to steady us, not distract us—to help us live with courage, holiness, and love until He comes.

A moment to respond: Read Revelation 21:3–5 slowly. Name one sorrow you are carrying and place it, in prayer, into the hands of the King who will wipe every tear away. Then ask: is there anyone I need to tell about Jesus before that day comes?

Let's pray: Jesus, King of Glory, we lift our heads to You. Thank You for being the Lamb who was slain and the King who will return. Comfort the brokenhearted with the promise of a day without tears. Keep us watchful and faithful. And draw those who do not yet know You to bow before You now, while mercy is being offered. Come, Lord Jesus. Amen.

Our desire at UnrelentingJesus is that you would lift your head with hope, because the King who loves you is coming, and your redemption is drawing near.

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