Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-8 (NIV):
Devotional thoughts
Hebrews 2:5-8 highlights the profound intention God has for humanity. In discussing the superiority of Jesus over angels, the writer of Hebrews points out that God did not subject the world to come to angels. Instead, humanity is the intended heir of God's creation. This passage quotes Psalm 8, emphasising God's care for humanity despite our relative smallness compared to the vastness of creation.
God's Plan for Humanity: The passage underscores that God made humans "a little lower than the angels" but crowned them with "glory and honour". This shows God's high regard for humanity and His intention for humans to have dominion over creation. God put everything under humanity's feet, indicating a position of authority and stewardship over the world.
Crowned with Glory and Honour: The concept of being crowned with glory and honour speaks to the dignity and value God places on humanity. Despite the frailty and limitations of human existence, God has endowed humans with a position of honour in His creation. This reveals the depth of God's love and the significance He accords to human beings.
Current Reality vs. God's Plan: The passage also notes that "at present we do not see everything subject to them." This reflects the tension between God's original intent for humanity to have dominion and the current state of the world, where sin and brokenness prevent its full realisation. However, through Jesus Christ, God's plan for restoring humanity to a place of honour and authority is being fulfilled. Jesus, as the Son of Man, is the ultimate example of humanity's destiny in God's plan.
Reflection Question
What does it mean to you that God crowned humanity with
glory and honour?
How does Jesus help fulfil God's plan for humanity's
dominion?
In what ways can you live out the dignity and stewardship God has given to humanity in your daily life?
Application
Understanding God's intention for humanity to have dominion and be crowned with glory and honour can shape how we view ourselves and our roles in the world. It reminds us of the responsibility to steward God's creation wisely and to live in a way that honours God. Through Jesus, we see the restoration of God's plan for humanity, and we are called to live in light of this redemption.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for the high regard You
have for humanity. You crowned us with glory and honour and put everything
under our feet. Help us to understand the dignity and responsibility You've
given us as stewards of Your creation. In a world where we don't yet see
everything subject to us, remind us that through Jesus Christ, your restoration
plan is being fulfilled. Give us wisdom to live out our role in a way that honours
You. In Jesus' name, amen.
8th Aug. 2025
Note: Originally hand typed, but finally AI refined.
