The Unseen Realities Of God S Kingdom

At last, a book that makes the spiritual connection between the Kingdom of Heaven and the unseen yet true realities of God's Kingdom. Jesus preached and explained the Kingdom that broke forth with His coming. Dr. Christian has woven together the threads of the unseen realities, expectation, and expression of the Kingdom of Heaven in this classic Book.

“As I read this book, I find great hope in the presence of the kingdom of God and a deeper desire to participate in it.” —from the foreword by Donald Miller, author of Blue Like Jazz When Jesus was on earth, He painted a radical vision for His followers of an unseen reality. He called it “the kingdom of God.” Even here, Jesus said—in the harshness and mess of earth—His kingdom is the way things really are. His announcement was nothing less than revolutionary, yet His followers were not quick to pick up on it. They longed for another world—a world without injustice or oppression or poverty. But Jesus said that His kingdom was already happening all around them, through them, and in them. This Beautiful Mess explores what happens when we view our lives through the lens of God’s kingdom. We see the beauty of Jesus’ reign breaking into the mess of our broken world. We see treasure hidden all around us. We begin to grasp our exciting part in bringing about personal and social transformation for His glory. New for this edition: an updated preface, three bonus chapters, and a small group conversation guide. Come experience a paradigm-shifting journey into the beauty of our King, and the beautiful mess that is His kingdom.

Nationally known pastor, Bill Winston brings this powerful message of God's provision, healing, and more that is already resident in the believer and available to those who will seek God's direction. If the Kingdom of God is in us, why aren't we living lives of greatness in our world? Bill Winston recognizes that there are two kingdoms at work in this world, and tragically, even within the church, the majority of people are still living under the destructive lies and patterns of Satan's rule. They don't have the power and provisions of God - wisdom, understanding, peace, joy, health, abundant material provision, life-changing ministry, and so much more - because they simply have not recognized the kingdom in them. The promises of God rarely come from some outside sovereign work of God, but from the kingdom already inside. The pastor of one of America's fastest growing churches, Winston helps believers to start walking their faith out in miraculous ways. Why? We have a power within us that is supernatural and flies in the face of the world's arrogant - but ultimately inadequate - self-reliance on human understanding and effort. With the faith of a child, even as small as a mustard seed, we unleash God's provision and power in our lives not by focusing on what we want, but by asking what the King of the Kingdom, God Almighty, wants us to accomplish. We quickly discover that our "grand dreams" and aspirations are miniscule in light of the greatness He has in store for us to do. This book is not for Christians who are complacent and desire the status quo. This is a soul-changing book that will turn the timid into the bold, and result in miracles that will build God's Kingdom right here and right now.

Where is the Kingdom of God?" explores the dual nature of God's Kingdom as both a present reality within believers and a future kingdom to be established on earth. Drawing from biblical teachings and theological insights, the chapter emphasizes the transformative power of the Kingdom in individuals and communities, citing examples such as Mother Teresa's ministry and the Civil Rights Movement. Ultimately, it calls for embracing the values of God's Kingdom and working towards its realization while awaiting its ultimate fulfillment in Christ's return

Until we know how to recognize God’s voice, we are unsure of His will, uncertain in our prayers, and ineffective in our Christian service. This book provides practical help for those who desire a life of power; the heritage of all who are “hidden with Christ in God.”

This book reviews the parables that define the central theme of Jesus' preaching ministry: seeking and finding the Kingdom of heaven.

In the confusion and sheer volume of ideas vying for our attention, we must constantly return to the words of Jesus to find our focus, our purpose, and the foundation for a flourishing life. Using parables and stories, Jesus spoke often of the kingdom of God as what matters. In other words, the kingdom of God defines who we are and what we do as Christians. Join Christine Hoover for an in-depth exploration of the book of Matthew. She'll help you understand the culture of the kingdom of God--what it is, how we enter it, and the life Jesus offers us within the kingdom. Learn how to find everlasting joy as a citizen of the kingdom. Features: Teaching videos, approximately 20-30 minutes per session, available via redemption code printed in the Bible study book. Personal study segments to complete between 8 weeks of group sessions. Leader guide to help facilitate questions and discussions within small groups. Benefits: Explore the kingdom of God in-depth, learning what the kingdom of God is, and how to enter it. Embrace the life Jesus offers you within the kingdom and the way to find joy as His child. Understand how the ways, values, and cultivation of the kingdom of God define who you are. Learn to confront your allegiances to idols and false kings, re-ordering your worship. Identify your place in the kingdom of God and how you can join in the work that God is doing here and around the world.