7-23-07 Romans 14:9

Romans 14:9 (NAS)
For to this end Christ died and lived again, that He might be Lord both of the dead and of the living.
Romans 14:9 (Philips)
Christ lived and died that he might be the Lord in both life and death.

There was only one who could bridge the gaping chasm that existed between the Holy God and sinful man. Jesus, the Anointed of God, closed the gap. God the Father sent Him for that very purpose, to be the Messiah, the Savior, and Lord.

Jehovah voluntarily separated Himself from His Father to come to earth to die as an eternal seed planted for mortal men. Then even in death, God preserved and protected Him. After Yeshua laid down His life, God, through His power and might, raised Him and restored Him to life again.

Now Yeshua has the rule and dominion over death. Through His obedience He obtained power over the grave. He is now the Master and Lord both over the dead and the living.
He gives real life, which is active, blessed, and endless, to those who belong to Him. His followers receive vitality, strength, and power. He has made them spiritually alive unto God, freed from their trespasses and sins.

And you have made Him Lord of your life. He is your Savior and Deliverer. Therefore, glorify Him in all that you do.