Watchman, Intercessor, Forerunner

Then comes the end when Jesus delivers the kingdom of God to the Father (1 Corinthians 15:24-26).             At the end of the millennium Satan who has been bound will be freed and is permitted to deceive the nations (Revelation 20:7-9). Surprisingly, this passage suggests that many are deceived and gather with Satan to attack Jerusalem… Continue reading The Gospel of the Kingdom (part 11) – The Eternal Kingdom →

The Millennial Kingdom has been described by Ladd as ‘the perfection of fellowship, full enjoyment of God’s love’ (Reference 2). Also see previous blog “Why the Millennial Kingdom”; May 24 2020. I’m not sure I can capture the beauty of this Kingdom. Scriptural support for a Millennial Kingdom falls into four categories: Predictions of a coming reign… Continue reading The Gospel of the Kingdom (part 10) – The Millennial Kingdom →

Before we discuss the Millennial Kingdom, I would like to review the Present Kingdom. I have a dear friend who continues to challenge me to offer a definition of the Gospel of the Kingdom. I went back to the authority on this topic George Eldon Ladd. He uses a chapter in his book to argue… Continue reading The Gospel of the Kingdom (summary) – The Present Kingdom →

“And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, "All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations”                Matthew 28:18 I know a kingdom must have a king. However, I have never really understood Jesus as King and I cannot remember how I got started… Continue reading The Present Kingdom (part 9) – The King’s Authority →

I would consider this post a blessing and responsibility in the present kingdom for the Gospel of the Kingdom structure we have proposed (see post, part 6 March, 2022). I have always been captivated by scripture that teaches us that we can hear God’s voice (see post August 21, 2021): “And He said, Hear now My… Continue reading The Gospel of the Kingdom (part 8) – listening and hearing God →

Why did God design the present kingdom in the form described in scripture (see previous post, February 21, 2022)? How would you answer this question? I woke up one morning and these questions came to mind immediately. I have been in the prayer room this week wrestling with these questions and asking God to send… Continue reading The Gospel of the Kingdom (part 7) – the way of the heart. →

Introduction When I hear people teaching on salvation and Jesus’ death on the cross, I’m left thinking it is a one-time event. I’m born again, a new creation, phew! I’m saved now I can get on with life knowing hell is no longer an issue. However, this is not the case when I look at… Continue reading The Gospel of the Kingdom (part 6) – Complete Salvation →

“The present kingdom comes quietly, humbly, without fire from heaven, without a blaze of glory, without a rendering of the mountains or a cleaving of the skies. It comes like a seed sown in the earth. It can be rejected by hard hearts. It can be choked out, its life may sometimes seem to wither… Continue reading The Gospel of the Kingdom (part 5) – The Present Kingdom →

Our Blessed Hope taught many parables on the Kingdom. Why? The parables on the gospel of the kingdom set forth the mystery of this kingdom; a new truth which God disclosed in the earthly ministry of Jesus Christ. Again, there are eleven parables on the kingdom that I see in two parts. First, Jesus is speaking… Continue reading Gospel of the Kingdom (part 4) – our Blessed Hope, Jesus Christ →

Introduction The gospel of the kingdom is a glorious story of hope, excitement, fulfillment and consummation of our relationship with God. It is a story that enables us to live in the present and face the future without fear. A story of a leader (Jesus Christ) who is the only person we can trust as our society… Continue reading Gospel of the Kingdom (part 3) – our Blessed Hope, Jesus Christ →