The "Most High" refers to God as the supreme ruler over all creation, a title emphasizing His authority, power, and majesty above all other beings. In the Bible, this title is used to highlight God’s position as sovereign over the heavens and the earth. It is a way of acknowledging that there is no one greater than Him. In Genesis 14:19–20 and Daniel 4:17, God is acknowledged as the ruler of heaven and earth, with power to control human affairs. Psalms 7:17 and 47:2, praise God for His perfect righteousness and goodness, making Him the only truly perfect king. Jesus is referred to as the Son of the Most High (Luke 1:32), revealing His divine nature and authority. The Bible calls us to recognize God as the Most High, which leads us to surrendering our lives to Him and honoring and praising Him.
Proverbs 9:10 tells us that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. When we recognize God for who He is—the Most High, sovereign over all creation—it should lead us to understand our own limitations and to worship and praise Him wholeheartedly. This truth transforms our self-perception, reminding us that we are not in control, but are instead dependent on His grace and guidance. If God were only Most High, He could be like a dictator, but He is Most High not just by power, but also by character. He alone is perfectly good, loving, and true. And He willingly sacrificed Himself, so we could be saved from our sins and find life. The Most High is always doing what is perfectly good for our good (Romans 8:28). In response to His supremacy and goodness, we are called to surrender our lives to Him, trusting in His salvation and acknowledging His lordship over all aspects of our lives, finding true fulfillment and purpose in our relationship with the One who reigns above all. This surrender involves not just a one-time decision but a daily commitment to align our thoughts, desires, and actions with His will. By placing our trust in Him, we can navigate life's challenges with confidence, knowing that the Most High is with us, guiding our paths and providing strength in our weakness. Embracing the fear of the Lord leads us to deeper wisdom, helping us to discern right from wrong and to seek justice and mercy in our interactions with others. Ultimately, living in reverence of the Most High positions us to experience His abundant life, where we can joyfully serve Him and be a reflection of His glory in a world that desperately needs His truth.