Genesis 49:10

10 “The scepter will not depart from Judah, nor the ruler’s staff from his descendants, until the coming of the one to whom it belongs, the one whom all nations will honor.”

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This verse is the blessing that was given to Judah by his father, Jacob. Normally the leadership role was passed to the oldest son. Due to the sinful behaviors of Reuben, Simeon and Levi, the leadership role was passed to the fourth oldest son in line, Judah. The leadership role would pass from generation to generation and would not depart from Judah “until the coming of the one to whom it belongs”. The one to whom it belongs is the Messiah, Jesus Christ.

This verse is permanent and universal. Once Jesus came, He took the scepter. He is the one to whom it belongs. The scepter was no longer passed on. He is the King of Kings. This shows that Jesus’ reign is permanent. Jesus is the one whom all nations will honor. When Jesus came, He not only was the ruler of Israel, He was and is the ruler of all. His reign is universal.

During this Advent season, we can not only view Jesus as a baby in the manger, but also see Him as the Lion of the tribe of Judah. The King who will one day return to reign on earth forever. This is the reason He was born.

– Mrs. Kim Cain