A kingdom experienced by love
Being asked by the Pharisees when the kingdom of God would come, he answered them, “The kingdom of God is not coming in ways that can be observed, nor will they say, ‘Look, here it is!’ or ‘There!’ for behold, the kingdom of God is in the midst of you.” Luke 17:20
Jesus said that the Kingdom of God would come but not be observed as they were used to in kings conquering another people. The people of ancient days would see the conquering king come in to demand, dominate, rule and make them slaves.
This kingdom would come by the king conquering the hearts of people by the act of self-sacrifice, teaching of a new life and personal freedom that he would give them.
As members of God's Kingdom we extend the kingdom into the world. Sometimes when people are served by us, they will understand something of the grace of God through the subjects of the kingdom.
Our place is to be sure that people experience the ways of God's Kingdom while they are in this world.
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As citizens of the great Kingdom of God, allow the World to experience the benefits of someone who knows the King. Let the Word move you to live a great life.
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