Episode 221: What is the Kingdom of God?
Download MP3Inspired by a friend's question, today we’re exploring the complex concept of "the Kingdom of God." Reflecting on Matthew 6:31-34, Dot and Cara unpack the biblical meaning and implications of God's kingdom—both here and now, and in the future. Grab a cup of coffee and learn what it looks like to seek the Kingdom of God with us.
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Episode recap:
- Start by writing down Matthew 6:31-34 (0:13)
- What does the phrase “kingdom of God” mean? (3:38)
- The Kingdom of God was in the past, it can be in the present, and it will be in the future (9:49)
- We need to seek the things that matter to our King (12:36)
- We have a King who promises to take care of us (16:15)
- We can live victoriously in this present world because we have the King’s power (24:30)
- What does it look like practically to live out the Kingdom? (25:48)
- Through the Holy Spirit, the Kingdom exists in our lives (28:48)
- The Kingdom of God is when we allow our lives to be under the authority of Christ (32:00)
Scripture Verse: Matthew 6:31-34 (ESV)
“Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.”
