Welcome to Day 3 of our 22-day unity challenge for the Body of Christ! We are continuing our journey backward through the Hebrew alphabet to prepare our hearts for a global gathering of prayer and reconciliation on September 22, 2025.
So far, Tav (ת) reminded us we are marked by the Cross, and Shin (ש) called us to be refined by fire. Today, Resh (ר) reminds us to place Christ at the head of our lives and our fellowship — the One crowned not with gold, but with thorns, whose reign gathers all nations into one family.
What is Resh?
Resh (ר), the 20th Hebrew letter, means “head” or “beginning.” It calls us to humility, to recognize Christ as our true Head.
• “I watched as thrones were set in place, and the Ancient of Days took His seat” (Dan. 7:9).
• “I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End” (Rev. 22:13).
When the soldiers placed a crown of thorns on Jesus’ head (John 19:2), they meant to mock Him. But in God’s wisdom, that crown revealed the humility and suffering love of the true King. Resh reminds us: true unity begins when we surrender our own kingdoms and crowns of pride and bow to the Head who bore thorns for the sake of the world.
Why Focus on the Head?
Division comes when people fight for position and power. But global unity comes when all nations submit to the same Head — Jesus Christ. Paul wrote: “He is the head of the body, the church… so that in everything He might have the supremacy” (Col. 1:18).
The crown of thorns teaches us: leadership is sacrificial. Christ’s suffering on His head broke down the walls between us, so that “every nation, tribe, people and language” could stand together before His throne (Rev. 7:9). If we let Him be our Head, then unity is not just possible — it becomes inevitable.
Our Day 3 Challenge: Crown Christ, Not Ourselves
• Reflect: Where are you still trying to wear your own crown — chasing recognition, control, or superiority?
• Repent: Lay down self-exaltation and remember the crown of thorns.
• Reconcile: Honor Christ’s Headship by praying with someone from a different church, culture, or tradition.
Our Prayer
Lord Jesus, You are the Head of the church, crowned with thorns for the sake of the world. Forgive us for building our own kingdoms and wearing crowns of pride. Teach us Your truth and shape us in humility. Gather Your people from every nation, tribe, and tongue into one Body, united under Your cross and Your Word, so that the world may believe. Amen.
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Every day brings us closer to September 22, 2025 — a global time of prayer and unity.
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“He is the head of the body, the church… that in everything He might have the supremacy.” (Colossians 1:18)
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