Introduction

Good morning, Church! Today, we're diving into something that's as radical now as it was when Jesus first spoke it: The Kingdom of God is here, the Kingdom of God is in us, and we're called to put that Kingdom first.

Our guiding Scripture for today's sermon comes from Matthew 6:33, which says, "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well."

In the words of the renowned theologian A.W. Tozer, "We are called to an everlasting preoccupation with God. Too many of us are preoccupied with things of far less value. We are cheating ourselves. May the King be the One we love with all our heart, soul, and mind." So, as we unpack this verse together, let's remember that at the end of the day, our relationship with God and His kingdom is what truly matters.

Let's bow our heads in prayer. Heavenly Father, as we explore Your Word today, open our hearts and minds to understand the depth of Your kingdom. Help us to grasp the reality that Your kingdom is here and within us, and grant us the courage to prioritize it above all else. In Jesus' name we pray, Amen. Let's get started, shall we?

The Kingdom of God is Here

The Kingdom of God is here. We know these words and this phrase, but do we experience this reality in our daily lives? It's not a future promise or a distant reality, but a present truth. The Kingdom of God is not merely a place we aspire to reach after death, but a realm we can experience and participate in right here, right now. This concept is a radical departure from the conventional understanding of a kingdom as a physical territory ruled by a king or queen. Instead, the Kingdom of God is a spiritual realm where God reigns supreme, and it is present wherever His will is being done.

Jesus often spoke about the Kingdom of God being at hand. In Mark 1:15, He declared, "The time has come. The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!" This was an invitation to enter into God's kingdom immediately. The Kingdom of God was not only near in the sense of being close, but it was also near in the sense of being imminent and accessible. It was a present reality that people could enter into by repenting of their sins and believing in the good news of Jesus Christ.

The presence of the Kingdom of God is also evident in the miracles and wonders that Jesus performed. When He healed the sick, cast out demons, and raised the dead, He was demonstrating the power and authority of God's kingdom. These miracles were not just acts of compassion, but they were signs of the Kingdom. They were visible manifestations of an invisible kingdom, tangible evidence of a spiritual reality. They showed that the Kingdom of God was not just a future hope, but a present reality.

Moreover, the Kingdom of God is here in the sense that it is within us. In Luke 17:21, Jesus said, "The kingdom of God is within you." This means that the Kingdom of God is not just an external reality, but an internal reality. It is not just something we enter into, but something that enters into us. When we accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior, His Spirit comes to dwell within us, and we become citizens of His kingdom. We carry the Kingdom of God within us wherever we go, and we are called to manifest it in our thoughts, words, and actions. More on this later.

The presence of the Kingdom of God also has profound implications for our lives. It means that we are not just waiting for a future kingdom, but we are living in a present kingdom. We are not just hoping for a future reign of God, but we are experiencing a present reign of God. We are not just looking forward to a future victory, but we are celebrating a present victory. The Kingdom of God is here, and we are part of it.

The Kingdom of God is in Us

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