Do you know in your heart that Jesus is better than anyone or anything in the world? Do you live like you believe that to be true?
Sometimes we trust in people more than we trust God. We may value the opinion of our parents, spouse, or friends over what the Bible has to say on a subject. Or we look to our spouse to meet the deep needs of our soul. We expect them to pamper us, protect us, provide for us, and love us passionately and perfectly. But that’s a lot of pressure to put on a mere human!
Unrealistic expectations lead to disappointment and division. And that is exactly the devil’s agenda. He wants to destroy any relationship that glorifies God. And he tempts us to look anywhere and everywhere other than Jesus for satisfaction.
Here are some ways that Jesus is better than everything and everyone…
Jesus is Better at Loving You
Jesus knows you better than anyone on the planet. His love is better than anyone else’s because it’s sacrificial, unconditional, and eternal. No one can love you like Jesus can!
Fulfillment is found in Christ alone.
Jesus can make the impossible happen. He’s a waymaker and a miracle worker. He is perfect and flawless in every way. But every other person in this world will disappoint you at some point.
We are all sinners interacting with sinners. Holy and devout believers are still human. They make mistakes, forget things, get too busy, and say the wrong thing sometimes. But Jesus, He will never leave you, forsake you, divorce, or dismiss you. Jesus is better at loving you and filling you up.
Hebrews 13:5-6 KJV ~ Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me.
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Jesus is a Better Refuge
In times of trial, temptation, and testing, your flesh wants to rule you. Regardless of how long you have been saved, you will always be tempted to run to old strongholds for refuge and comfort.
But a few minutes in prayer with your great high priest, Jesus the Son of God, will give you the strength to resist that temptation. Those things you used to place your trust in won’t give you lasting peace or joy. Only Jesus can.
When times are tough and you’re tempted to choose easy, familiar, or safe, run to Jesus for refuge and strength!
Hebrews 4:15-16 KJV ~ For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
Jesus is Better Because He is Faithful
With all the uncertainty and unknowns that mark our ever-changing lives today, we can be sure of one thing- Jesus never changes. He is the one constant in our world of chaos and crisis.
We can lean on Him, trust Him, and look to Him for help in our time of need.
Hebrews 13:8 KJV ~ Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.
Jesus is better at loving you, caring for you, supporting you, teaching you, and leading you than anyone else could be. He is always faithful.
The Book of Hebrews Reveals That Jesus is Better
Studying the book of Hebrews reveals several ways that Jesus is better.
- Better than the angels. Hebrews 1:4 KJV – Being made so much better than the angels, as he hath by inheritance obtained a more excellent name than they.
- Better than the priests. Hebrews 7:24-28
- Better than Moses. Hebrews 3:1-6
- Jesus is a better sacrifice. Hebrews 10:12 KJV – But this man, after he had offered one sacrifice for sins for ever, sat down on the right hand of God;
- He has a better covenant. Hebrews 8:6 KJV – But now hath he obtained a more excellent ministry, by how much also he is the mediator of a better covenant, which was established upon better promises.
- He is better than the law. Hebrews 7:19 KJV – For the law made nothing perfect, but the bringing in of a better hope did; by the which we draw nigh unto God.
- He has a better name. Hebrews 1:4-14
- He has better blood. Hebrews 12:24 KJV – And to Jesus the mediator of the new covenant, and to the blood of sprinkling, that speaketh better things than that of Abel.
Hebrews 8:6 KJV ~ But now hath he obtained a more excellent ministry, by how much also he is the mediator of a better covenant, which was established upon better promises.
Jesus is superior in every single way! Why do we settle for less?
Abiding in Jesus is Better
John 15:4 KJV ~ Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me.
Fellowship with Jesus is the best possible use of our time. But we don’t always think so, do we? We get bored with the word of God or get bummed out when we have unanswered prayers, or we don’t see the immediate benefit of that time with Jesus. So we stop making abiding in Christ a priority.
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Abiding in Christ is not just for our benefit. People count on us to be Spirit-filled ministers of reconciliation. We are equipped and energized to serve others when we sit at the feet of Jesus.
So we have to make the decision that Jesus is better than social media, Netflix, and any other time-wasters. And then replace those things with prayer, praise, and reading the Bible.
Hebrews 12:1-2 KJV ~ Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.
Live Like Jesus is Better
You won’t know for yourself that Jesus is better if you don’t take a leap of faith and test Him out.
I encourage you to ask God to show you anything or anyone that ranks higher in your life than Jesus. Examine where you spend your time, talent, and treasures, and where you place your trust. If Jesus isn’t number one on the list, then repent and replace those lesser things with more Jesus.
Let go of anything in the place of Him, and grab hold of Jesus. He will fill you up, meet your every need, and lead you in the paths of righteousness like the Good Shepherd that He is when you look to Him and learn from Him in the word. Lean on Him in prayer to strengthen, sustain, and stabilize you.
It’s in the consistent fellowship with Him, walking by faith, and trusting His word and character that you come to know beyond a shadow of a doubt that Jesus is better than anyone or anything this world has to offer.
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What a beautiful reminder, Annie. There’s no doubt that Jesus is better. We simply(?) have to spend more time alone with Him. Trust Him, share our deepest darkest thoughts with Him (He knows anyway, so we should bring Him into those thoughts with us.) Where we come from we say, “we just have to get our want-to fixed.”
So true Wendy! Thank you for reading.:-)