Devotion: The Son of Man – A Bold Claim of Divine Kingship
Scripture Reading:
“I saw in the night visions, and behold, with the clouds of heaven there came one like a son of man… And to him was given dominion and glory and kingdom, that all peoples, nations, and languages should serve him…”
— Daniel 7:13–14 (RSV)“For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”
— Luke 19:10 (ESV)“And Jesus said to him, ‘Foxes have holes and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay his head.’”
— Matthew 8:20 (RSV)Personal Reflection
When Jesus repeatedly called Himself “the Son of Man”—over 80 times in the Gospels—He was doing far more than using a poetic title or expressing humility. He was drawing a direct line to Daniel 7, a passage that every first-century Jew would have understood as a Messianic prophecy.
This “Son of Man” is not just a human figure. He rides on the clouds of heaven, is presented before the Ancient of Days, and receives everlasting dominion and universal worship. These are divine attributes. By using this title for Himself, Jesus was declaring, in veiled but powerful terms, “I am the One Daniel saw. I am the Messiah. I am the King whose kingdom shall never be destroyed.”
Yet, alongside this exalted claim, Jesus also embraced the role of the suffering servant—the One who would “give His life as a ransom for many” (Mark 10:45). The majestic and the meek were united in the identity of the Son of Man.
Too often, we live as though Jesus is only our helper, teacher, or comforter—but forget He is also King, Judge, and Lord of all nations. To call Him Messiah is to submit to His rule, not just admire His kindness.
Contemplation
Have I truly grasped the boldness of Jesus’ claim to be the Son of Man from Daniel 7?
Do I live as though Christ has dominion and glory over every part of my life?
Am I reflecting the values of His kingdom in how I speak, work, love, and worship?
Does my reverence for Jesus match the honor and fear due to a King before whom every nation shall bow?
Prayer
Exalted Son of Man,
You are not merely a man—you are the One who rides the clouds of heaven, to whom all dominion, glory, and honor belongs. Forgive me when I reduce You to something smaller in my mind. Forgive me when I live as though You are not King.
You have been given all authority, and You have come to seek and to save what was lost—including me. Help me to live a life worthy of Your kingdom. May every action, thought, and word reflect that I serve the Son of Man who reigns forever.
Stir in me a holy awe. Let me not merely admire You but worship You as Lord and Master. Teach me to walk humbly and obediently under Your rule.
In Your majestic and matchless name,
Amen.Key Takeaway:
When Jesus called Himself the Son of Man, He wasn’t being modest—He was claiming kingship over all creation. Our response must be one of worship, obedience, and reverence.
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