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 When Jesus came into this world, he established an eternal community called "the kingdom of God." Anyone in heaven or on earth who has submitted to King Jesus is a part of that kingdom, and the values & priorities of his kingdom are drastically different from those found in this world. #MoRealJesus  

Let us be eager (not just willing) to give toward the progress of Christ's Kingdom – Jesus offers a risk-free, guaranteed, eternal return on investment.

These words should be familiar to all Bible readers: they are the words of the “two men … in white robes” (a common way of describing angels) – it is what they said to the disciples as their astonished eyes watched their Lord ascend upwards “and a cloud received him out of their sight” [Acts 1 v.9-11].  We suspect it was no ordinary cloud, but like the cloud that Moses climbed up into on the mountain. (Exodus 24 v.16)Countless generations of Bible believers have looked for their Lord to descend from heaven in their lifetime.  The disciples had asked, “Lord, will you at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” [v.6] and were told by their Lord they were to be “my witnesses in Jerusalem” – but ultimately that the witnessing was to be “to the end of the earth” [v.8]  He had said this earlier, also on the mount of Olives, “this gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed throughout the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.” [Matt. 24 v.14]The other sign which Jesus gave, which Luke also recorded, was that “Jerusalem will be trampled underfoot by Gentiles, until the times of the Gentiles are fulfilled” [21 v.24]  Today, Jerusalem is constantly a centre of world attention – and the returned Jews have made it the capital of their resurrected country.  The evidence is plain that the climax of the ages is near. But we know, and must emphasize that it was not for his disciples, then or now, to know exactly when.  Notice again the answer of Jesus' when the disciples asked him, “Lord, will you at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” [v.6]  They were commissioned to be “my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria” [v.8]. It is for true believers today to complete that commission  “…and to the end of the earth.”Are you his disciple?  Are you helping this commission to be carried out?  If you are, you will be really looking for his return “in the same way (as the disciples) saw him go into heaven.”As his disciple you will be following the examples given in the book of Acts ,which we have now started reading. Notice the way in which the Old Testament is often quoted as an essential part of that message. It tells us many details of the Kingdom Jesus will set up, also giving us examples of faithful service (and failures) as we are reading in the book of Deuteronomy.

#Resurrection #sin #JesusisKing The tomb is entry! Jesus is Risen! We hope you enjoy this message by Pastor Alex Klimchuk on the story of Jesus and why God had to send him into the world. John 3:16, Matthew 28:1-10, Genesis 1, Genesis 6:5, Colossians 1:16   ✨ Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, & SUBSCRIBE!   Please follow our websites for more! Website: http://www.newlifechurchsf.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewLifeSF/ Youtube: https://youtu.be/7Ig-qXgVAmE/ Pastor Alex Klimchuk New Life Church 500 S 1st Ave Sioux Falls, SD 57104

The Kingdom Jesus brings is a Kingdom of peace. Find out how you can experience the peace we all long for and see how it changes everything. The post Easter: Peace Between Us appeared first on Wooddale Church.

You don't need to be an engineer to know a solid foundation is necessary to a stable building. Everything can look beautiful and top of the line on top, but without a firm base everything will collapse. The Sermon on the Mount has illustrated exactly what the Kingdom Jesus is building is, culminating in this final command to be sure our core foundation and beliefs are in the right place.

He said therefore, “What is the kingdom of God like? And to what shall I compare it? It is like a grain of mustard seed that a man took and sowed in his garden, and it grew and became a tree, and the birds of the air made nests in its branches.” And again he said, “To what shall I compare the kingdom of God? It is like leaven that a woman took and hid in three measures of flour, until it was all leavened.” He went on his way through towns and villages, teaching and journeying toward Jerusalem. And someone said to him, “Lord, will those who are saved be few?” And he said to them, “Strive to enter through the narrow door. For many, I tell you, will seek to enter and will not be able. When once the master of the house has risen and shut the door, and you begin to stand outside and to knock at the door, saying, ‘Lord, open to us,’ then he will answer you, ‘I do not know where you come from.’ Then you will begin to say, ‘We ate and drank in your presence, and you taught in our streets.’ But he will say, ‘I tell you, I do not know where you come from. Depart from me, all you workers of evil!’ In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth, when you see Abraham and Isaac and Jacob and all the prophets in the kingdom of God but you yourselves cast out. And people will come from east and west, and from north and south, and recline at table in the kingdom of God. And behold, some are last who will be first, and some are first who will be last.” Luke 13: 18-30 Sermon Notes: 2/8/26 . Just prior to this passage, we saw that Jesus had no problem bucking standards and traditions when he healed on the sabbath. As he healed a woman, Christ brought forward two parables as rebuke to the religious elites: the parable of the mustard seed and the parable of leaven. In the parable of the mustard seed, a small seed grows into a large plant. The seed perseveres and grows into a huge tree. The tiny amount of leaven spreads throughout the large amount of flour. Jesus explains that the hypocrites cannot see the small, wonderful, impactful thing happening right before their eyes: His kingdom is not like what the world expects. His kingdom is anti-self. Because of the fall, all men carry self centeredness. And if we are to access the kingdom of God, it is through an act of denial of self. The kingdom of God is small to the eye, even though it is great in its effects. Jesus is moving from town to town teaching about the kingdom of God. Someone brings a question to Jesus: “Lord, will those who are saved be few?” and the answer he gives is difficult to hear. . It's not a direct answer. Instead, it's an admonition that we should concern ourselves with self examination. Instead of answering the question “will those who enter be few?” Jesus answers, “will of those who enter be YOU?” He implores people to "strive," which implies a fight and struggle. As it relates to salvation, he says the way in is narrow. It is hard to achieve the kingdom. You must struggle and fight and kill your flesh. Die to self! Make yourself the right shape and size to fit through that narrow doorway. This does not contradict other texts where it is made clear that salvation is not based on our own efforts. It is an anti-self message. . These words from Christ tell us that there will be a time when the narrow doorway is closed! Many of those who knew Christ who didn’t fit through the doorway will be turned away from the door. This is purposefully uncomfortable. The Church, and the teaching of Christ is anti-self. If it makes us comfortable, and it seems easy… then it is most likely the wide door, rather than the narrow. . If you lose everything for Jesus, you will win. But if you win much for self, you will lose. Our way must be denied, and His way, we must strive and struggle and fight for access through the narrow doorway!

He said therefore, “What is the kingdom of God like? And to what shall I compare it? It is like a grain of mustard seed that a man took and sowed in his garden, and it grew and became a tree, and the birds of the air made nests in its branches.” And again he said, “To what shall I compare the kingdom of God? It is like leaven that a woman took and hid in three measures of flour, until it was all leavened.” He went on his way through towns and villages, teaching and journeying toward Jerusalem. And someone said to him, “Lord, will those who are saved be few?” And he said to them, “Strive to enter through the narrow door. For many, I tell you, will seek to enter and will not be able. When once the master of the house has risen and shut the door, and you begin to stand outside and to knock at the door, saying, ‘Lord, open to us,’ then he will answer you, ‘I do not know where you come from.’ Then you will begin to say, ‘We ate and drank in your presence, and you taught in our streets.’ But he will say, ‘I tell you, I do not know where you come from. Depart from me, all you workers of evil!’ In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth, when you see Abraham and Isaac and Jacob and all the prophets in the kingdom of God but you yourselves cast out. And people will come from east and west, and from north and south, and recline at table in the kingdom of God. And behold, some are last who will be first, and some are first who will be last.” Luke 13: 18-30 Sermon Notes: 2/8/26 . Just prior to this passage, we saw that Jesus had no problem bucking standards and traditions when he healed on the sabbath. As he healed a woman, Christ brought forward two parables as rebuke to the religious elites: the parable of the mustard seed and the parable of leaven. In the parable of the mustard seed, a small seed grows into a large plant. The seed perseveres and grows into a huge tree. The tiny amount of leaven spreads throughout the large amount of flour. Jesus explains that the hypocrites cannot see the small, wonderful, impactful thing happening right before their eyes: His kingdom is not like what the world expects. His kingdom is anti-self. Because of the fall, all men carry self centeredness. And if we are to access the kingdom of God, it is through an act of denial of self. The kingdom of God is small to the eye, even though it is great in its effects. Jesus is moving from town to town teaching about the kingdom of God. Someone brings a question to Jesus: “Lord, will those who are saved be few?” and the answer he gives is difficult to hear. . It's not a direct answer. Instead, it's an admonition that we should concern ourselves with self examination. Instead of answering the question “will those who enter be few?” Jesus answers, “will of those who enter be YOU?” He implores people to "strive," which implies a fight and struggle. As it relates to salvation, he says the way in is narrow. It is hard to achieve the kingdom. You must struggle and fight and kill your flesh. Die to self! Make yourself the right shape and size to fit through that narrow doorway. This does not contradict other texts where it is made clear that salvation is not based on our own efforts. It is an anti-self message. . These words from Christ tell us that there will be a time when the narrow doorway is closed! Many of those who knew Christ who didn’t fit through the doorway will be turned away from the door. This is purposefully uncomfortable. The Church, and the teaching of Christ is anti-self. If it makes us comfortable, and it seems easy… then it is most likely the wide door, rather than the narrow. . If you lose everything for Jesus, you will win. But if you win much for self, you will lose. Our way must be denied, and His way, we must strive and struggle and fight for access through the narrow doorway!

This week, we open the Sermon on the Mount by lingering with the Beatitudes, not as a checklist or virtue chart, but as an immersion into the inner life of Jesus and the culture of the Kingdom of Heaven. Peter Walsh and John Kennedy explore Jesus as the new Moses and the radical reorientation of values that disciples are invited to inhabit. Plus, how does this teaching challenge our concept of happiness?Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and ApplicationThe Beatitudes are presented as a description of Jesus himself. How does that change the way you hear or read them?Which Beatitude feels most countercultural in our current climate?How does viewing the Beatitudes as an “initiation guide for new residents of the Kingdom” affect how you imagine Christian identity?Personal ReflectionWhich Beatitude feels most unsettling or challenging to you right now, and why?Can you recall a moment when an experience of God changed how you saw the world or cared about it?How do you respond to the idea that discipleship shapes who you are before what you do?Broader Spiritual ConsiderationsHow might the Church lose its witness when it blesses the culture instead of embodying the Kingdom Jesus describes? In what ways do the Beatitudes redefine happiness, success, and strength?What practices might help individuals and congregations “live from the inside” of Jesus' teaching rather than analyzing it from the outside?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

Message: Mark Christian, Senior MinisterPassage: Matthew 5:1–12Series: Following Jesus

On today's Flyover Conservatives Show, we sit down with Pedro Adao to ask a question most Christians have never seriously explored: why did Jesus really come? Pedro challenges common assumptions, unpacking the difference between religion and the Kingdom Jesus actually preached. This conversation reframes purpose, responsibility, and what it means to bring heaven to earth in everyday life.On today's Flyover Conservatives Show, we sit down with Pedro Adao to ask a question most Christians have never seriously explored: why did Jesus really come? Pedro challenges common assumptions, unpacking the difference between religion and the Kingdom Jesus actually preached. This conversation reframes purpose, responsibility, and what it means to bring heaven to earth in everyday life.TO WATCH ALL FLYOVER CONTENT: www.theflyoverapp.comTO WATCH ALL FLYOVER CONTENT: www.theflyoverapp.comFollow and Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFlyoverConservativesShow Follow and Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFlyoverConservativesShow Pedro AdaoPedro Adao31 Day Wisdom Challenge: www.31daywisdomchallenge.com 31 Day Wisdom Challenge: www.31daywisdomchallenge.comwww.31daywisdomchallenge.com X: https://x.com/pedromadao X: https://x.com/pedromadaohttps://x.com/pedromadao WEBSITE: https://pedroadao.com/ WEBSITE: https://pedroadao.com/Send us a message... we can't reply, but we read them all!Support the show► ReAwaken America- text the word FLYOVER to 918-851-0102 (Message and data rates may apply. Terms/privacy: 40509-info.com) ► Kirk Elliott PHD - http://FlyoverGold.com ► My Pillow - https://MyPillow.com/Flyover ► ALL LINKS: https://sociatap.com/FlyoverConservatives

Pastor Jess continues our War & Peace series by exploring one of the most difficult, yet most freeing practices of the Christian life: forgiveness.From childhood memories of keeping score with his siblings to the powerful biblical narratives of Joseph and Peter, He unpacks how easily we hold on to hurt, tally wrongs, and justify our bitterness. But Jesus calls us to a different way—a way where forgiveness isn't math, but mindset; not a tally, but a transformation.Discover why forgiveness breaks the cycle of inner war, restores the peace only Christ can give, and is the very heart of the Kingdom Jesus came to build.

Title: Acts: Finale Text: The Book of Acts FCF: Prop: The Book of Acts is about God's Kingdom advancing without hindrance, so we must seek His Kingdom first. Sermon Intro: [Slide 1] Turn in your bible to the book of Acts. There are 1006 verses in the book of Acts, and by God's grace we have looked at each and every one of them. We have investigated every thought of the author, in the order in which he was inspired to present them to us. But we are by nature quite forgetful people, aren't we? Do you remember what we were talking about in Acts chapter 10? Even if you remember what we talked about in chapter 10 – how does Acts chapter 10 fit in with the book of Acts? How does it fit in with the whole of the New Testament or the whole bible? Today will be a different kind of message. Instead of looking at a particular text, we are instead going to assume the role of systematic theologians. Rather than sitting back and allowing one thought to pour over us from the text – we will instead fit together all we have learned into categories of truth. We know, because of the introduction of the book of Luke, that Luke writes these two books to assure Theophilus that what he has believed is certainly true. So how does Acts accomplish that? How does the message of Acts connect with the book of Luke and the rest of the New Testament? How does this message relate to the whole counsel of God's Word? And perhaps most applicable, what does Luke's message mean for us? I have attempted to give you a running start on answering those questions today. I have provided an outline to you of the entire book. And today we'll look at, what I think are the 4 major themes in the book of Acts. Do not assume that these 4 themes are the sum total of Luke's message. And do not assume that after this message you will know everything there is to know about the book of Acts. The Word of God is living and active, its truths run deeper than we may ever know. I'd say that after this sermon, and the 99 before it, you'll be well on your way to a good introduction of the book of Acts.

Title: Acts: Finale Text: The Book of Acts FCF: Prop: The Book of Acts is about God's Kingdom advancing without hindrance, so we must seek His Kingdom first. Sermon Intro: [Slide 1] Turn in your bible to the book of Acts. There are 1006 verses in the book of Acts, and by God's grace we have looked at each and every one of them. We have investigated every thought of the author, in the order in which he was inspired to present them to us. But we are by nature quite forgetful people, aren't we? Do you remember what we were talking about in Acts chapter 10? Even if you remember what we talked about in chapter 10 – how does Acts chapter 10 fit in with the book of Acts? How does it fit in with the whole of the New Testament or the whole bible? Today will be a different kind of message. Instead of looking at a particular text, we are instead going to assume the role of systematic theologians. Rather than sitting back and allowing one thought to pour over us from the text – we will instead fit together all we have learned into categories of truth. We know, because of the introduction of the book of Luke, that Luke writes these two books to assure Theophilus that what he has believed is certainly true. So how does Acts accomplish that? How does the message of Acts connect with the book of Luke and the rest of the New Testament? How does this message relate to the whole counsel of God's Word? And perhaps most applicable, what does Luke's message mean for us? I have attempted to give you a running start on answering those questions today. I have provided an outline to you of the entire book. And today we'll look at, what I think are the 4 major themes in the book of Acts. Do not assume that these 4 themes are the sum total of Luke's message. And do not assume that after this message you will know everything there is to know about the book of Acts. The Word of God is living and active, its truths run deeper than we may ever know. I'd say that after this sermon, and the 99 before it, you'll be well on your way to a good introduction of the book of Acts.

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In 2006, tragedy hit an Amish community in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, when a gunman killed five girls and injured five more before taking his life. Yet what followed stunned the world: the Amish forgave the shooter, visited his family, attended his funeral, and even embraced his children. One grieving father said, “We must not think evil of this man.” This radical grace doesn't fit the world's logic—but it makes perfect sense in the Kingdom Jesus described. His Sermon on the Mount offers a way of life that flips the values of the world upside down and reveals God's heart. TURNING THE WORLD UPSIDE DOWN Jesus' teachings weren't just comforting—they were revolutionary. The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5–7) is filled with powerful statements: “Love your neighbor as yourself” (Matthew 22:39) “Do to others what you would have them do to you” (Matthew 7:12) “You are the salt of the earth” (Matthew 5:13) “You cannot serve both God and money” (Matthew 6:24) “Take the plank out of your own eye…” (Matthew 7:5) “Turn the other cheek” (Matthew 5:39) “Love your enemies…” (Matthew 5:44) “If your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off…” (Matthew 5:30) At the center is the Lord's Prayer: “Our Father in heaven… your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven” (Matthew 6:9–10). WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? Jesus, shaped by the Hebrew Scriptures, knew humanity was created to reflect God's rule (Genesis 1:26–28) but chose rebellion (Genesis 11:1–9). God called Israel to live by His wisdom (Exodus 19:3–6; Deuteronomy 4:6–8), but by Jesus' time, His Kingdom felt far away. Under Roman rule, Israel suffered. Pharisees emphasized law. Sadducees pushed peace with Rome. Zealots wanted to fight. Others withdrew. But the everyday people—farmers, widows, laborers—were weary and hopeless. JESUS ANNOUNCES: THE KINGDOM IS HERE To them, Jesus brought healing and hope. He said: “The Kingdom of Heaven is at hand” (Matthew 4:17). Then He declared: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 5:3). Jesus wasn't calling the powerful to rise—but inviting the humble to look up. The Kingdom starts with the broken, the weary, the overlooked. AN INVITATION TO TRANSFORMATION Over the next nine weeks, we'll explore this upside-down Kingdom: The Beatitudes (Matthew 5:3–12): blessings that redefine true success Teachings on anger, lust, retaliation: calling us to deeper righteousness Warnings about hypocrisy, worry, and judging others Jesus' final words: “Whoever hears these words… and puts them into practice is like a wise man…” (Matthew 7:24) Jesus doesn't just want to inform us—He wants to transform us. FIVE WAYS TO GROW THROUGH THIS SERIES Read Matthew 5–7 weekly Let the words soak in. Try different Bible translations. Memorize a verse each week Start with the Beatitudes. Reflect Write what challenges or encourages you. Pray the Lord's Prayer daily (Matthew 6:9–13) Make it a declaration. Live it in community Join a group or a friend to walk through this together. CLOSING The way of Jesus often feels upside down. But it's the true path to life. “Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness…” (Matthew 6:33) Let's not just hear His words—let's build our lives on them.

The repentance required of the Jewish people was to embrace Jesus as their Messiah and spiritual teacher and break away from the teaching and example of spiritual externalism modeled by the scribes and Pharisees.

Resilient discipleship begins with radical honesty. Not performance, not projection, but a courageous look at what we're actually serving and how we're actually living. Self-deception is subtle. It tells us we're fine while we slowly drift. It normalizes compromise, numbs conviction, and slowly pulls our hearts away from the Kingdom Jesus calls us to seek first.In Matthew 6:19–24, Jesus invites us to examine our interior attachments. He speaks of treasure, sight, and loyalty but beneath it all is a deeper question: what is truly forming us?This week, we're asking: Where is my heart invested? What am I treasuring? What do my habits, choices, and rhythms reveal? Honesty lets the light in so that Jesus can truly lead us from the inside out. Because if we are to become a resilient community of resilient disciples walking out a resilient faith, then we have to Holy Spirit expose our false attachments.

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Luke 12:35-48 - Here Jesus tells two short parables about what faithfulness looks like for those who wait on Him. We don't know when He will return, but we know we are called to be ready and faithful in the meantime. All disciples are called to ready, watchful waiting, and leaders have a special burden to serve at Jesus's pleasure, under Jesus's vision, by Jesus's methods, with Jesus's tone, for Jesus's purposes. In these two parables we learn about the grace and justice at the heart of God, both flowing out of His love, and both reaching their culmination on the last day. A sermon by Cameron Heger. [Part 7 of our series "Imagining the Kingdom: Jesus's stories about the already and not yet reign of God"] Questions for reflection: 1) Can you think of an example of how certainty of a future event shaped your behavior in the waiting? What was that like? 2) What does it look like for us today to be "dressed for action" with "lamps burning?" What is spiritual readiness in light of Jesus's return? 3) What is surprising about the master's behavior in Luke 12:37? How did Jesus himself embody this? 4) The second parable (vv. 42-48) focuses on those entrusted with leadership responsibility. What does the manager's abusive behavior look like when we see it today? 5) How does the master's (Jesus's) severity toward the abusive manager reveal God's love? 6) This passage points to the fact that the return of Christ will be a day of both grace and justice. How do these two values come together in the cross of Jesus?

Luke 18:9-14 - Jesus told a simple parable about a Pharisee and a tax collector "to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and treated others with contempt." The parable is about how righteousness and justification work in God's Kingdom and the surprising centrality of humility, mercy, and grace. The parable puts this question to its hearers: will we choose the way of the legalist, the libertine, or the disciple? A sermon by Cameron Heger. [Part 6 of our series "Imagining the Kingdom: Jesus's stories about the already and not yet reign of God"] Questions for reflection: 1) What is notable about Pharisees and tax collectors for understanding this parable? 2) Cameron said that most commentators agree that it is hard for modern readers to hear this parable with Jesus's intended shock. He suggested we consider subbing in a career 3rd grade teacher and a pornography producer to try to capture it. How does this change the dynamic for you? 3) What does each man pray in the parable? 4) How do the legalist and the libertine miss the mercy of God? 5) How can God be both just AND merciful in response to sin? How does Jesus fit in? 6) Do you ever find yourself "trusting in yourself that you are righteous?" What does that look like in your own life?

Luke 15:11-32 - This parable of Jesus's is often known as "the parable of the prodigal son," but it could just as easily be thought of as "the parable of the gracious father" or even as "the parable of the religious older brother." Each of these three main characters unlocks a world of meaning within this parable. In this sermon, we focus especially closely on the older brother and what Jesus has to teach us through him about the dangers of legalism, entitlement, resentment, and bitterness toward God's grace for others. A sermon by Naseem Khalili. [Part 5 of our series "Imagining the Kingdom: Jesus's stories about the already and not yet reign of God"] Questions for reflection: 1) When you read this parable, which character do you most relate to? 2) What motivates the older brother's frustration after seeing how the father treats the younger brother's return? Have you ever felt similarly? When? 3) Tim Keller coined the term "older brother lostness" to describe the sense of frustration and bitterness that comes from keeping the rules but not being rewarded how you want. How does the grace of God upend our expectations around these things? 4) What does this parable have to say about the character of our God as revealed in Jesus? 5) Naseem gave us a powerful question: Why do you love God? Or why do you follow Jesus? How does the story of the older brother press us for an answer?

Matthew 13:31-33 - As the disciples would have likely begun to feel fear, insecurity, and doubt about Jesus's message and methods, Jesus told these two short, simple parables to help set their expectations. No, the kingdom of God would not advance according to the world's expectations and standards. But yes, the kingdom would advance--slowly, but surely--and become a place of belonging, safety, nourishment, and celebration to all who would receive the gospel. A sermon by Cameron Heger. [Part 4 of our series "Imagining the Kingdom: Jesus's stories about the already and not yet reign of God"] Questions for reflection: 1) Have you ever felt discouraged about the place of Jesus's kingdom or church in the world? What brought about that feeling? 2) How do you imagine the disciples would have felt in the midst of all the opposition Jesus received during his earthly ministry? 3) Compare and contrast the main points made by these two parables. 4) Discuss God's pattern of using humble things to bring about His purposes. 5) How have Jesus's promises in these parables been proven true over time and geography? 6) How does the cross of Christ embody the ideas of these two parables?

Luke 10:25-37 - Jesus's parable of the good Samaritan is one of his most iconic stories, but our overfamiliarity can make its shocking points harder to see. When asked by an expert in Israel's law, "Who is my neighbor?" Jesus tells a story that turns the concept of neighbor from object to subject, challenging us all with what it truly looks like to love others as ourselves. A sermon by Cameron Heger. [Part 3 of our series "Imagining the Kingdom: Jesus's stories about the already and not yet reign of God"] Questions for reflection: 1) What is the lawyer's answer to his own question about how to inherit eternal law? How does Jesus respond to it? 2) What do you think motivated the lawyer's follow-up question, "And who is my neighbor?" 3) It is important to know something about the relationship between Israelites and Samaritans in their day. What was the source of their tension? 4) To understand the parable, we have to recognize Jews and Samaritans as enemies. How does imagining your own "enemies" in the Samaritan role change the force of what Jesus is saying? 5) How did Jesus embody this radical neighbor- and enemy-love ethic? How does He embody it toward us, specifically? 6) What might it look like for you to "go and do likewise?"

Matthew 13:44-46 - This week we consider two short related parables from Jesus: the parable of the hidden treasure and the parable of the pearl of great price. Both deal with questions around the cost and value of the kingdom. Just what is the Kingdom of God worth? A sermon by Tsion Reid. [Part 2 of our series "Imagining the Kingdom: Jesus's stories about the already and not yet reign of God"] Questions for reflection: 1) Have you ever felt misunderstood by others about why you valued something? What was that experience like? How did you help them see? 2) In both parables, how does the man respond who finds the valuable object? 3) What is the does it look like for us to "sell all that we have" in order to become part of the Kingdom of God? 4) Tsion connected this parable to story of Jesus's encounter with the rich young ruler (Matthew 19:16-22). In what ways did the rich young ruler value the kingdom? In what ways did he not? 5) How does your own life reflect the degree to which you, personally, value the Kingdom of God?

Matthew 13:1-23 - Jesus was a deeply creative teacher and a cornerstone of his teaching ministry was imaginative stories called parables. His parables were both short and complex, invitational and alienating. In them, Jesus announced the Kingdom He was bringing and sought to paint a picture of and develop an appetite for His Kingdom. In this teaching, we consider His first parable and the one that helps us understand the others: the parable of the sower. May we heed Jesus's call to be those with ears to hear. A sermon by Cameron Heger. [Part 1 of our series “Imagining the Kingdom: Jesus's stories of about the already and not yet reign of God”] Questions for reflection: 1) How do you imagine Jesus would have struck you as a teacher of parables in the 1st century? How does he strike you today? 2) How do the parables both reveal and conceal the good news of the Kingdom? 3) What role does imagination play in the Christian life? How do the parables help us cultivate our imaginations? 4) What do we learn about the character of the sower in this parable? 5) How can we be sure we are really “hearing” the teachings of Jesus (and the word of God in general)?

Most people use Courtroom tactic when in conflict in their marriage or in other relationships. In this episode we unpack why this strategy is ineffective for real transformation. We get stuck "lawyering up" and end up adding pain to the initial incident. In this episode, we talk about where the real power is for transforming your marriage. It's found in the counter-intuitive grace and mercy in the Kingdom and out of the courtroom. Do you really believe The Kingdom Jesus pitched in the sermon on the mount- has the power He claimed? If so- why are we not ditching our worldly attempts at navigating conflict for the upgrade that's available to us! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Jenna's HABIT REBOOT, click here: >>> Become a sponor of our shows

The Kingdom Jesus brings is eternal, global, and total. He will bring about that Kingdom by crushing His enemies and by blessing His covenant people until the entire world is filled with worshipers. join us as we conclude our Christmas series examining what kind of Kingdom Jesus will bring.

In this crucial central part of Mark's gospel the Apostles are accepting that Jesus is the Son of God and Messiah, but they are also struggling to see what kind of Kingdom Jesus plans to rule over. This section, bookended by two stories of blind men seeing ask how much we truly see the true king.

Andy talks to us about the Kingdom Jesus speaks about in the New Testament. She looks at how it may differ from the connotations we may associate with it today, and what happens when we partner with God to seek his Kingdom first.

In this final episode of Pillar 2, we learn about the Christian funeral rite. Fr. Mike explains how the new life begun in Baptism comes to greater fulfillment as the Christian passes over from this earthly life into the fullness of the Kingdom. The Church, who has sacramentally nourished her children throughout their earthly pilgrimage, upon their death commends them to the Father and places their bodies in the earth to await the resurrection in hope. Each funeral is to end with a farewell to the beloved dead, knowing that we still share communion in Christ and will reunite in our heavenly home. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 1680-1690. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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SouthCrest Church Sunday morning message, 4/7/24. We begin our study in the Book of Acts, Upside-down Kingdom, in Acts 1-2:41. Senior Pastor Matt McFadden breaks down Jesus's remaining days on earth between His resurrection and His ascension to heaven.

Mike continues our Secrets of the Kingdom series by showing us the power of forgiveness.

MODGNIK = KINGDOM...just backwards. Join us each week as we look to the cross and try to understand the Kingdom Jesus sought to bring to earth.

In part 3 of Secrets of the Kingdom, Mike shows us how to serve and be great in Jesus' kingdom.

MODGNIK = KINGDOM...just backwards. Join us each week as we look to the cross and try to understand the Kingdom Jesus sought to bring to earth.

In part 2 of our Secrets of the Kingdom series, Mike shows us how to prepare for Jesus' return.

Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere at patreon.com/JeremyMcCandlessSubscribe here to receive my new church history podcast every week.https://thehistoryofthechristianchurch.buzzsprout.comEpisode NotesScripture Passage: Luke 17:20-37Welcome to our podcast episode which asks, "When Will the Lord Return?" Today, we delve into an intriguing passage from the Gospel of Luke, exploring the disciples' inquiries about the timing of the Kingdom of God's arrival and Jesus' profound responses.Episode Overview:In this episode, we'll dissect Luke 17:20-37, where Jesus responds to the Pharisees' question about the coming of the Kingdom of God. He uses this inquiry to impart crucial teachings about the nature of His return, emphasizing the importance of spiritual readiness and highlighting the unexpected nature of His coming.Key Points:The Nature of the Kingdom: Jesus clarifies that the Kingdom of God is not something observable externally but rather a spiritual reality present among the people.The Unexpected Return: Jesus uses metaphors like lightning to emphasize the sudden and visible nature of His return, contrasting it with the days of Noah and Lot, where life continued as usual until divine judgment intervened abruptly.Spiritual Readiness: Jesus warns against being overly attached to worldly possessions and desires, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing spiritual preparedness for His return.The Uncertainty of Mortality: Reflecting on the sudden loss of a friend, we recognize the uncertainty of life and the need for constant spiritual preparedness.Symbolic Meaning of "Where the Vultures Gather":Jesus' cryptic response implies the swift and unexpected nature of His return, emphasizing the certainty of divine judgment and the need for spiritual readiness.Conclusion:As we explore this passage, we're reminded of the urgency of spiritual preparedness and the uncertainty of life's duration. While we may not know the exact timing of the Lord's return, we must always be ready. Let's prioritize spiritual readiness and live lives aligned with His teachings, eagerly anticipating His glorious return.Thank you for joining us on this journey of exploration and reflection. Stay tuned for more discussions on biblical teachings and prophecy. Until next time, may we all remain steadfast in faith and prepared for the glorious return of our Lord.Support the showJeremy McCandless is creating podcasts and devotional resources | PatreonHelp us continue making great content for listeners everywhere.https://thebibleproject.buzzsprout.com

MODGNIK = KINGDOM...just backwards. Join us each week as we look to the cross and try to understand the Kingdom Jesus sought to bring to earth.

In part 1 of our Secrets of the Kingdom series, Mike Linch explains that Jesus wants to rule in our hearts as our King.

MODGNIK = KINGDOM...just backwards. Join us each week as we look to the cross and try to understand the Kingdom Jesus sought to bring to earth.

When Jesus invites Peter to walk out on the water, it is an invitation to walk with him over the chaos dragon of the sea. Our greatest enemies are not the ones we can see, but the ones behind the things we see. In this sermon, Pastor Scott points out how our faith in Jesus keeps us above the waves and storms of this life.

In the eyes of the world, a kingdom is about power, prestige, and authority. But Jesus flips the script, rewriting what royalty really means. He's a King like no other, reigning through humility, radical compassion, and hands-on service. Are you ready to see your world turned beautifully inside out? Let's discover this upside-down kingdom together.

In the eyes of the world, a kingdom is about power, prestige, and authority. But Jesus flips the script, rewriting what royalty really means. He's a King like no other, reigning through humility, radical compassion, and hands-on service. Are you ready to see your world turned beautifully inside out? Let's discover this upside-down kingdom together.