Dominion

The concept of dominion has always intrigued me. It has its origins in the book of Genesis where God says, “Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moves upon the earth.” Genesis 1:28 The dominion mandate was not a suggestion, but the intention of God for his people to make a difference in the world. Sin later entered the world and dominion seemed so far away. Instead of accomplishing God’s desire for us we seem to be more consumed with our desires.

It was always God’s heart for us to impact, touch, and change the world around us. We are not to sit idly by and watch the world go to hell. Dominion does not just happen, we have to go and exist in places where there are things that are opposed to God’s rule. Dominion is less about our rights and more about our responsibility to both God and the world.

My heart immediately ponders the state of many college campuses. Intellectual thought has somehow become the exact opposite of a biblical perspective. Many act as if God is either non-existent or unintelligent, and all the people who represent him are idiots. That is a perspective in which I take offense.

So consider, what steps can you take today to make a difference? Who else is around you can help you impact the lives of others? What fears grip your heart as you consider touching the lives of others? With whom can you connect that will challenge you to do something, for God’s sake? Take a step today to establish dominion.