Opening Scripture
“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” — Matthew 6:33 (KJV)
INTRODUCTION
Beloved, the Kingdom of God is not a faraway place beyond the stars, nor is it something we must wait to experience only in eternity. The Kingdom of God is a present, living reality—the divine rule of Almighty God in the hearts and lives of all who have submitted to the Lordship of Jesus Christ.
When Jesus began His ministry, His first message was clear and urgent:
“The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel.” — Mark 1:15
This tells us that the Kingdom is not just something to look forward to—it is something to enter into and live out right now. The Kingdom of God represents God’s government, His authority, His will, and His way operating in the earth through His redeemed people.
POINT 1: The Kingdom Begins Within You
“Neither shall they say, Lo here! or, lo there! for, behold, the kingdom of God is within you.” — Luke 17:21
The Kingdom of God begins in the heart of every believer who has been born again. It is not built by human hands or sustained by earthly systems—it is established by the Holy Spirit working within us.
When we truly surrender to the Lordship of Jesus Christ, the reign of God begins to transform our hearts, renew our minds, and redirect our desires. The Kingdom is first internal before it becomes external.
Application:
Let Christ reign in your heart, your home, your work, and your relationships. The throne of your life belongs to Jesus alone.
POINT 2: The Kingdom Is About Righteousness and Relationship
“For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.” — Romans 14:17
The Kingdom of God is not about rituals or religion—it’s about relationship and righteousness. It’s about walking daily in alignment with the character and will of God.
The King of this Kingdom—Jesus—calls His followers to live holy, humble, and Spirit-filled lives. Kingdom citizens are identified not by their titles or traditions, but by their obedience, love, and fruit of the Spirit.
Illustration:
A person may have a crown, but without submission to the King, they are just playing a role. True Kingdom living begins when we yield to God’s authority and walk in His righteousness.
POINT 3: The Kingdom Advances Through Obedience
“Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.” — Matthew 6:10
The Kingdom of God advances not through politics, power, or persuasion—but through obedience to the Word of God. Every time you obey God’s Word, you bring heaven’s rule into the earth.
Jesus did not come to establish a political regime; He came to establish divine rule through the hearts of His followers. The Kingdom expands wherever believers live out the will of God and manifest His presence in their lives.
Challenge:
Don’t just pray for God’s Kingdom to come—be the vessel through which His Kingdom is revealed.
Your obedience in prayer, in giving, in forgiveness, and in holiness brings heaven’s culture into the world around you.
POINT 4: The Kingdom of God Is Eternal and Unshakable
“And in the days of these kings shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom, which shall never be destroyed.” — Daniel 2:44
Every earthly government and empire will pass away, but the Kingdom of God will stand forever. It is eternal, unshakable, and unconquerable.
No matter how dark this world becomes, no matter how evil the system of man grows, the Kingdom of God will never fail. Its King—Jesus Christ—is alive forevermore!
Encouragement:
Do not fear the collapse of worldly systems. You belong to a Kingdom that cannot be shaken (Hebrews 12:28). Stand firm in your faith; your citizenship is in heaven (Philippians 3:20).
POINT 5: The Kingdom Requires a Kingdom Mindset
To live effectively as Kingdom citizens, we must develop a Kingdom mindset. That means we think, speak, and act according to heaven’s perspective, not the world’s.
In the Kingdom of God:
- Faith replaces fear.
- Love replaces hatred.
- Generosity replaces greed.
- Humility replaces pride.
- Surrender replaces self-will.
Romans 12:2 reminds us,
“Be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind…”
The Kingdom is not a democracy; it is a divine monarchy with Jesus Christ as the eternal King. We are not called to vote on His decrees but to live out His will as ambassadors of His glory.
POINT 6: The Kingdom Will Be Fully Revealed
Right now, the Kingdom is spiritual and invisible, but one day it will be fully revealed in glory when Christ returns.
“The kingdoms of this world are become the kingdoms of our Lord, and of His Christ; and He shall reign for ever and ever.” — Revelation 11:15
On that day, every knee will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord (Philippians 2:10–11). Until then, we live as His witnesses—representing His Kingdom with boldness, love, and truth in a dark and deceived world.
FINAL EXHORTATION: Living as Kingdom Citizens
The call of the Kingdom is clear and urgent:
- Submit to the authority of King Jesus.
- Serve with the heart of a true disciple.
- Shine with the light of His glory in this world of darkness.
Remember: the Kingdom is not coming someday—it’s already begun in you. As you yield more fully to the Holy Spirit, His Kingdom will manifest through your life, your ministry, and your influence.
DECLARATION PRAYER
Heavenly Father, I thank You for calling me into Your Kingdom through Jesus Christ my Lord. I surrender my heart, my will, and my life to Your rule. Let Your Kingdom come and Your will be done in me and through me. Use my life to reveal Your righteousness, peace, and joy in this world. I am a citizen of Heaven, a vessel of Your glory, and an ambassador of Your eternal Kingdom. In Jesus’ name—Amen!
BENEDICTION
“Wherefore we receiving a kingdom which cannot be moved, let us have grace, whereby we may serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear.” — Hebrews 12:28