Topic: The Message of Christ
Text: Mt 4:17
Mat 4:17 From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
Intro:
From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible is consistent in its theme. From the Old Testament to the New testament there is a progressive revelation of the Kingdom of God.
And when Christ starts His ministry this is what he is proclaiming:
“Repent for the Kingdom of God is at hand.”
I. The Gospel is God's invitation to man to come into His kingdom on His term.
Rom_1:16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.
II. The Kingdom of God is already here – The birth of the king brings forth the birth of the kingdom. Where ever Christ is proclaimed the kingdom of God rest on him. And they are all gathered together inside the Church.
The Church is the Kingdom of God here on earth
Mat 4:17 From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
Mat_16:18 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.
III. Repentance is Required to those who would like to enter in
Mat 4:17 From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
Conclusion:
The kingdom of God is already here. And Christ is inviting you to enter in. Would you like to enter?
