Something I been thinking about and would like to run by you. It's a very important subject matter. I would like to hear your thoughts? Please, take time to understand, really think about what's being said and respond: What is the Kingdom of God and How Does it Operate? In simple terms, the Kingdom of God is the jurisdiction and sphere where Jesus the Christ (Yeshua HeMashiach) has absolute rule and preeminence – both spiritually and naturally. It’s Christ’s INTERNAL reign, in the hearts of followers, that manifests EXTERNAL righteousness and goodness through their godly lifestyle and love one for another. “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid… Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” (Matt. 5:14, 16) His “new creation” instinctively lives differently as yield vessels to Holy Spirit. They are “the salt of the earth” to be poured out on the dunghills in life and “the light of the world” to shine in the dark places. (Matt. 5:13-14, Lk. 14:34-35, Jn. 8:12) How does it work? Practically, like a tapestry with many threads, we believe the fullness of Christ manifests more and more as each unique individual cooperates in tandem with the Head and other body members. In that unity of the faith, God’s glory is boldly displayed throughout the world as “ambassadors for Christ” proclaim and live the gospel of the kingdom. (Lk. 17:21, Mk. 1:15) Moreover, it’s an alternative government not of this world. Christ’s righteous government disrupts everything contrary to His order, glory, and redemptive plan. He is patient and long-suffering in this process. His eternal nature is that of a “Lamb that has been slain.” He is still “seeking to save that which is lost.” His great grace is working in His people that are being transformed from faith to faith and from glory to glory. “For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, The just shall live by faith.” (Rom. 1:17) “But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord.” (2 Cor. 3:18) Bringing them into the revelation that they are no longer their own. They are the redeemed. They are set apart, God’s Kingdom is a separate jurisdiction, “a holy nation” who’s citizens pledge allegiance to Christ alone as a people in but NOT OF the world. It’s culture is based in love and service not lording over, fear, and greed. It’s economy is founded on diligence and practical care one for another. It’s less about buying and selling, more about giving and receiving. Transformed believers voluntarily lay their gifts, talents, abilities, and resources on the alter of charity (love in action) – this is how the practical needs within the kingdom are met. “As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.” (Gal. 6:10) Will you pray and join me in practical ways to advance the kingdom?

Posted by Acts In Motion at 2023-02-03 14:35:23 UTC