Monthly Archives: June 2013

100% Kingdom Joy By now you may be wondering if, perhaps, I have misplaced my theme.  If we are concerned about letting the pure essence of Jesus shine through our lives, is the subject of the kingdom of God really … Continue reading →

From yesterday: Just as Jesus’ mission required Him to suffer for our sakes, our mission calls us to suffer with Him.  One day there will be one kingdom, and death, mourning, crying and pain will cease (Revelation 21:4).  But while … Continue reading →

Kingdom work is hard by design.  I don’t mean to suggest the evil we encounter along the way is a part of God’s plan.  Instead, it is the work of Satan who tries everything possible to make us feel mistreated … Continue reading →

Why Is The Journey So Hard? There is an old film from the 60s titled “Rage” about a doctor’s desperate attempt to reach a city where he can receive treatment for rabies.  When he begins his journey he has forty-eight … Continue reading →

From last Friday:  When we remember the kingdom of God is indeed God’s kingdom, we are more likely to do His will, give Him praise and adapt to trials over which we have no control.  The Lord will guard our … Continue reading →

It is important to remember our role in the kingdom of God is that of a servant.  Yes, we are full citizens, but God’s system of government is not a democracy.  While we are free to choose our allegiance, and … Continue reading →

What is the Kingdom of God?  The kingdom of God or the kingdom of heaven, as it is sometimes called, is inhabited by those who have placed themselves under God’s rule.  It includes material resources as well, but the work … Continue reading →

100% Kingdom Our generation has re-acquainted itself with kingdom thinking.  Not that the idea ever vanished from the church’s consciousness, but a profound shift has taken place, as well as a greater focus on the meaning of kingdom.  Simply put, … Continue reading →

You may already possess a similar appreciation for this important section of scripture.  In proverbial eloquence, Jesus uses these few short statements to challenge our perception of reality as it relates to heaven and earth, and to cause us to … Continue reading →

The Beatitudes are familiar to believers and non-believers alike, and phrases such as “the meek will inherit the earth” have made their way into popular culture.  My deeper appreciation for them was developed many years ago when I purchased a used edition of Dr. Martin … Continue reading →