In times of national division, the question of who is truly our Lord becomes paramount. Declaring Jesus as Lord means acknowledging His authority above all else, including cultural trends and personal preferences. Our fears reveal what we truly value, our sacrifices demonstrate what we genuinely believe, and our obedience shows who we actually love. The early apostles modeled this radical commitment by continuing to preach despite persecution, choosing to obey God rather than human authorities. As followers of Christ today, we must examine whether Jesus is truly Lord of our lives or merely a label we claim, and be willing to stand for truth with both courage and grace in a divided world.