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Explore the significance and impact of the kingdom of God in biblical teachings, from prophecy to its establishment on earth with power. Learn how to enter the kingdom through rebirth and the role of Jesus Christ in its dominion.
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Basic bible course © Buhle Park Church of Christ 2011 Facilitated by S.B. Mdlalose Part 6: Lesson 13 (June 2011)
Lesson 13: The kingdom of God Key Words Kingdom A dominion, realm, or reign that has a king/ruler, subjects, and rule of law/constitution or culture Apocalyptic Greek word meaning “Revelation” The message of apocalyptic literature (language) is presented in a figurative manner with the use of many metaphors
Daniel 2 & 7: Prophecy about the coming of the kingdom of God Jesus Christ (Mat 21:42-44, Act 4:10-11,Eph 2:20) The Mountain is the Church/ House of God (Is 2:2-4, Eph 2:19-20, 1 Peter 2:5) ?
Impact of these four kingdoms on Language/Writings of the bible
The Kingdom of God Established The kingdom of heaven /God -Shall stand forever/Death shall not defeat it -It will not be inherited -Shall consume all other kingdoms -Kingship shall be given to the Son of Men -All Nations shall be under the rule of the Son of Men Daniel 2:44 & Daniel 7:13-14 During the time of John the Baptist, the kingdom of God was at hand (Mat 3:1-2) Jesus said some of his 12 apostles will not taste death until they have seen the Kingdom of God (Mark 9:1) The kingdom of God on earth was established during Pentecost (33 AD) And it came with POWER (Act 2:1-4,41 &47) The apostles & disciples we to stay in Jerusalem to receive “Power” (Luke 24:49, Act 1:4,8-10) The kingdom of God shall come with “Power” (Mark 9:1)
The Kingdom of God & the Church Kingship or Dominion was Given to Jesus Christ/Son of Men (Mat 28:18,Eph 1:21-23) Jesus said He will establish his Church (Mat 16:18)…Death shall not defeat it! To enter into the kingdom of God, you need to be ‘born again’ (baptised) (John 3:1-5, Act 2:38-41) Therefore those who are saved, they are added to the Kingdom of God/ Church (Eph 2: 4-6, Acts 2:41, Col 1:13 The kingdom of God is from heaven and those who in the kingdom on earth (church) will be taken to God/Christ (Philippians 3:20)