Focus & Meditate--November
We have started this segment to encourage you to read and study God's Word more and also meditate on the key thoughts of our recent articles. We pray this will encourage and assist you as you grow in the Kingdom.
November--Week Forty-Five
Article: He Rules and Reigns: Citizenship in Kingdom Government
When you are filled with His Spirit and obedient to His Word, you are a citizen of the Kingdom in good standing. We as citizens of the Kingdom know our King’s Voice. Pilate said, “So you are a king?” Jesus responded, “You say I am a king. Actually, I was born and came into the world to testify to the truth. All who love the truth recognize that what I say is true.” John 18:37
Our King and Lord isn’t of this world. We would fight for Him. Jesus answered, “My Kingdom is not an earthly kingdom. If it were, my followers would fight to keep me from being handed over to the Jewish leaders. But my Kingdom is not of this world.” John 18:36
Keep in mind that we as citizens of the Kingdom of God are in this world, but we aren’t of this world. We need to keep our eyes on our King. But we are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are eagerly waiting for him to return as our Savior. He will take our weak mortal bodies and change them into glorious bodies like his own, using the same power with which he will bring everything under his control. Philippians 3:20-21
Walking through the Gospels:
As you read your Bible (God's Constitution for the Kingdom) highlight key scriptures and phrases as the Holy Spirit guides you. What scriptures touch you and minister to you? We have also included links to Bible Gateway in case you don't have a Bible with you at the moment.
This week read and meditate on John 21: Jesus appears to seven disciples and restores Peter.
Have a productive and prosperous week. Keep seeking the Kingdom!
Our King and Lord isn’t of this world. We would fight for Him. Jesus answered, “My Kingdom is not an earthly kingdom. If it were, my followers would fight to keep me from being handed over to the Jewish leaders. But my Kingdom is not of this world.” John 18:36
Keep in mind that we as citizens of the Kingdom of God are in this world, but we aren’t of this world. We need to keep our eyes on our King. But we are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are eagerly waiting for him to return as our Savior. He will take our weak mortal bodies and change them into glorious bodies like his own, using the same power with which he will bring everything under his control. Philippians 3:20-21
Walking through the Gospels:
As you read your Bible (God's Constitution for the Kingdom) highlight key scriptures and phrases as the Holy Spirit guides you. What scriptures touch you and minister to you? We have also included links to Bible Gateway in case you don't have a Bible with you at the moment.
This week read and meditate on John 21: Jesus appears to seven disciples and restores Peter.
Have a productive and prosperous week. Keep seeking the Kingdom!
November--Week Forty-Four
Article: Stop! Turn Around! The Kingdom is Here
The ambassador John’s assignment was to draw attention to and introduce King Jesus and proclaim the gospel of the Kingdom of Heaven. In those days John the Baptist came to the Judean wilderness and began preaching. His message was, “Repent of your sins and turn to God, for the Kingdom of Heaven is near.” The prophet Isaiah was speaking about John when he said, “He is a voice shouting in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord’s coming! Clear the road for him!’” Matthew 3:1-3
The Lord Jesus and ambassador John were on the same page. The Kingdom of Heaven was here. From then on Jesus began to preach, “Repent of your sins and turn to God, for the Kingdom of Heaven is near.” Matthew 4:17
The Lord Jesus came with the message to repent for the Kingdom had arrived. He sent His disciples out to the house of Israel with the same power and authority, speaking the same message. Jesus sent out the twelve apostles with these instructions: “Don’t go to the Gentiles or the Samaritans, but only to the people of Israel—God’s lost sheep. Go and announce to them that the Kingdom of Heaven is near. Heal the sick, raise the dead, cure those with leprosy, and cast out demons. Give as freely as you have received. Matthew 10:5-8 All NLT
Walking through the Gospels:
As you read your Bible (God's Constitution for the Kingdom) highlight key scriptures and phrases as the Holy Spirit guides you. What scriptures touch you and minister to you? We have also included links to Bible Gateway in case you don't have a Bible with you at the moment.
This week read and meditate on John 19-20: Jesus' crucifixion, death, burial and resurrection.
Have a productive and prosperous week. Keep seeking the Kingdom!
The Lord Jesus and ambassador John were on the same page. The Kingdom of Heaven was here. From then on Jesus began to preach, “Repent of your sins and turn to God, for the Kingdom of Heaven is near.” Matthew 4:17
The Lord Jesus came with the message to repent for the Kingdom had arrived. He sent His disciples out to the house of Israel with the same power and authority, speaking the same message. Jesus sent out the twelve apostles with these instructions: “Don’t go to the Gentiles or the Samaritans, but only to the people of Israel—God’s lost sheep. Go and announce to them that the Kingdom of Heaven is near. Heal the sick, raise the dead, cure those with leprosy, and cast out demons. Give as freely as you have received. Matthew 10:5-8 All NLT
Walking through the Gospels:
As you read your Bible (God's Constitution for the Kingdom) highlight key scriptures and phrases as the Holy Spirit guides you. What scriptures touch you and minister to you? We have also included links to Bible Gateway in case you don't have a Bible with you at the moment.
This week read and meditate on John 19-20: Jesus' crucifixion, death, burial and resurrection.
Have a productive and prosperous week. Keep seeking the Kingdom!
