Religion vs. Kingdom: Religion often postpones the experience of the kingdom to a future life, focusing more on the afterlife than impacting the current world.
Kingdom Now: The lecture emphasizes entering the Kingdom life now, not waiting for the afterlife.
Citizenship in the Kingdom: More than membership in a religion, citizenship in the Kingdom involves a practical lifestyle reflecting the values of a king.
Important Points
Religion's Limitations
Religion often promises future relief instead of addressing current life issues.
It focuses on leaving Earth rather than impacting it.
Religion justifies its ineffectiveness by offering future hope.
The Concept of Kingdom Life
Kingdom Life: It's a lifestyle, not a religion.
Citizenship: Real practice, unlike nebulous religious membership.
Matthew 6:33 emphasizes seeking the Kingdom first and righteousness to have needs met.
Kingdom vs. Religion
Religion and the Cross: The cross is a means, not the end. The end goal is to be restored to Kingdom life.
Definition of a Kingdom: A kingdom is a governing influence of a king over territory, impacting it with his will and intent.
Citizenship: Reflects the king’s desires, nature, and purpose in citizens.
Differences Between Kingdom and Democracy
Democracy: Capitalism leads to wealth and poverty coexisting; wealth isn't common.
Kingdom: Wealth is common; the king takes care of citizens.
Understanding Kingdom Economics
Commonwealth Concept: In a kingdom, wealth and resources are shared.
Poverty in Democracy: Necessary for capitalism but not in a kingdom.
The Role of Citizenship
Prosperity in the Kingdom: Not about wealth accumulation but having access to resources.
Importance of Citizen Wealth: Reflects on the king's reputation.
Spiritual Insights
Salvation and Kingdom Life: Not just about going to heaven but experiencing life fully now.
Obeying Laws of the Kingdom: Aligning with the government's laws brings life.
Practical Application
Children’s Faith: Entering Kingdom life requires childlike dependence and trust.
Ownership and Wealth: True Kingdom life means recognizing that God owns all, and we are conduits, not owners.
Final Thoughts
Entering the Kingdom means seeking citizenship, inheriting all within it, and living under the King’s governance.