The Coming of the Kingdom

The post resurrection appearances of Jesus focused on the kingdom of God. His disciples asked Jesus if He would at that time restore the kingdom to Israel.

We believe that there is a shift in emphasis as Jesus, the King of kings, is now establishing a new presence of the kingdom in this gospel age.

The disciples were to be His witnesses to ends of the earth and to the end of the age.

In this message, we focus on—

I. What Is the Kingdom of God?

Defined as the place where God's name and Spirit and His throne and house reside.

We see how that kingdom is addressed in Scripture under other names.

II. The Kingdom of God is both Present and Future; Simultaneously on Earth and in Heaven

III. The Kingdom of God Requires Radical Thinking and Acting

While we are saved by sovereign grace, Scripture requires all men to seek and to submit to His kingdom (Matthew 6:33). Judgment is based on one's relationship to the kingdom (Luke 12:49-53; Matthew 7:19-21).