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13 These all died in faith, not having received the things promised, but having seen them and greeted them from afar, and having acknowledged that they were strangers and exiles on the earth. 14 For people who speak thus make it clear that they are seeking a homeland. 15 If they had been thinking of…

The Bible talks about the kingdom as something which exists within our world today; but that doesn’t mean the world shares equal priority with the kingdom.

Jesus tells stories which portrays the kingdom of heaven existing in messy places; how do we find the kingdom in the middle of the mess?

Jesus begins the Sermon on the Mount with a reminder that the kingdom of heaven comes with blessings; they are blessings which meet God’s people no matter where they are.

Jesus tells a story that shows the kingdom of heaven is full of both equality and inequality at the same time.

Jesus shows us that there is a pattern by which we are to live within the kingdom, because it is the same pattern by which God brought us into the kingdom.

I have grown up in an America of whose people are fiercely patriotic. A patriot is one who has an intense love and support for his or her country. Around the world, patriotism takes on many forms. Here in America it is stadium sized flags, immense fireworks shows, music, artwork, and numerous other things.…

Imagine waking up every morning in a world where peace reigns, love abounds, and justice prevails. A place where the Kingdom of God isn't just a distant promise, but a vibrant reality we experience every day. How would your life change if the divine principles of God's kingdom were manifested in every aspect of our lives? The Kingdom of God is not merely a concept to be admired or a future hope to anticipate. It is a powerful, transformative force that we are called to usher into the here and now. The question is: what does it take to see this Kingdom come to life on earth? It takes more than just passive faith. It requires active engagement, a heart fully surrendered to God's will, and a commitment to live out His love in tangible ways. It demands that we become vessels of His grace, agents of His justice, and beacons of His light. In today's sermon, we will explore the practical steps, the unwavering faith, and the sacrificial love needed to bring the Kingdom of God from hea

Introduction: 7 “And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: ‘The words of the holy one, the true one, who has the key of David, who opens and no one will shut, who shuts and no one opens. 8 “ ‘I know your works. Behold, I have set before you an open door, which no one is able to shut. I know…

It's A Mystery! The Parables of Jesus Concerning the Secrets of the Kingdom of Heaven What is a mystery? In verse 11, Jesus tells his disciples, “The knowledge of the secrets of the kingdom of heaven have been given to you." The word translated "secrets" is the Greek world "mysterion" from which we get…

The kingdom of God. How do you get in? Are there things that keep you out? This message, we unpack Jesus' teaching about the Narrow Gate, the wolf in sheep's clothing, and those followers that Jesus never knew.

Part 2 Have you ever looked around at our world and wondered how it could truly reflect the beauty and perfection of heaven? Imagine a world where every act of kindness, every miracle, and every moment of healing are clear reflections of God's Kingdom, shining brightly on earth. As believers, we are…

Mark 1:14–15 (ESV) 14 Now after John was arrested, Jesus came into Galilee, proclaiming the gospel of God, 15 and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.” Introduction Authority is an unfashionable concept today. The whole idea that one person…

Healing Flows from the Father And when Jesus entered Peter’s house, he saw his mother-in-law lying sick with a fever. He touched her hand, and the fever left her, and she rose and began to serve him. Healing is warfare That evening they brought to him many who were oppressed by demons, and he cast out…

What is the Sermon on the Mount? What relevance does a speech given by a homeless Jewish rabbi 2,000 years ago have for us today?

We are reminded that God graciously includes us in His eternal kingdom. We are reminded that we should live to glorify God.

Kingdom Authority: Walking in the Power of the King 18 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. 19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: 20 Teaching them to observe…

The Kingdom of God is something we used to talk about a lot — because it’s important. Here’s why it’s important: The Kingdom of God shows up 67 times in the New Testament. And then you can add the 31 times that Kingdom of Heaven is used, and in those verses and a some new ones, there’s 30 times when…

What is faith? How we define faith will help us understand our passage this morning. For we live by faith, not by sight. We know this passage and we like to quote this passage. But sometimes I wonder if we unintentionally, at least I am almost certain I do, think of this out of context. Faith is not…

Coming wrath ought to put a tear in our eyes, a lump in our throats, and encouragement to evangelize.

And he said, “With what can we compare the kingdom of God, or what parable shall we use for it? It is like a grain of mustard seed, which, when sown on the ground, is the smallest of all the seeds on earth, yet when it is sown it grows up and becomes larger than all the garden plants and puts out large…

Introduction Jesus is still in a season of opposition. People are questioning and accusing Him, and are generally not following Him. Most of His preaching has fallen on deaf ears. And He is starting to make a more clear distinction between the crowds that are around Him, and His actual followers, His…

We are reminded that God graciously bridged an impossible gap and established His kingdom forever. We are encouraged to echo Mary and say "Let it be to me according to Your word".

This morning we find ourselves with two more very short parables, the hidden treasure and the valuable pearl. In these two parables we see a picture of Gospel Gain. Remember we have talked about Gospel Judgment, and Gospel Growth already. So, what are these two short parables teaching us today, and what…

Life has purpose. You have meaning! As we discuss the spiritual battle we all face, the is part of being God’s people, we must be reminded of this truth. Life is valuable. Each person we will ever come into contact with has value and was created in the image of God. We need to have compassion. In a world…