A Prayer About “Triumph”
But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal procession in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of him. 2 Corinthians 2:14
King Jesus, l greet and praise you this day for being a most merciful and mighty savior. Truly, you completely save those who come to you in faith, and the very faith we need to come to you, you bring to us in the gospel! You are the great warrior of the heart. You have come to overthrow the reign of sin through the reign of grace, and you are the victorious King!
Jesus, I gladly take my place in the triumphant procession Paul described in this passage. To be in this parade of praise is to assume the posture of both conquered and conqueror. With humility and joy, I am thrilled to be among those rescued from the dominion of darkness, a kingdom in which I was both a citizen and a slave, an agent and a victim of sin. Only the gospel was powerful enough to set me free. Thank you for triumphing over me!
Jesus, I am also thrilled to be among those released for a life of announcing your triumph of mercy and grace. What more could I want for the rest of my life than to be someone through whom the fragrance of the gospel is released-the aroma of forgiveness and freedom-the incense announcing a kingdom of reconciliation and restoration?
Jesus, how I praise you that life in the gospel is not a preoccupation with the “victorious Christian life” but a preoccupation with you, the victorious Christ! You are my loving Master, not my private masseuse! Forgive me when my prayers reflect a greater commitment to my comfort than to your kingdom. Free me from “claiming” things you never promised. Give me much more joy in living for your glory than for my personal gain.
Wherever you take me in the triumphant procession of the gospel is the best place to be. However you want to spread the fragrance of knowing you is the best way to live. So very Amen, I pray, in your name, King Jesus.
