Jesus answered them and said, “The kingdom of God does not come with observation; nor will they say, ‘See here!’ or ‘See there!’ For indeed, the kingdom of God is within you.” Luke 17:20-21(NKJV) . We are Christ’s ambassadors, so we should change ourselves according to the KINGDOM PRINCIPLES. We should show God in the way we live, do things and give report to Him. 2 Corinthians 5:20(NIV).
How are we not of the world?
Jesus said, 14 I have given them your word and the world has hated them, for they are not of the world any more than I am of the world. 15 My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one. 16 They are not of the world, even as I am not of it. John 17:14-16(NIV) What a wonderful prayer our Saviour Jesus Christ was praying to Father God. Because JESUS’ WORD is in us, we are different from this worldly people. Now we are hated by the world and the Evil one. But we are protected by God totally. Demons submit to us. Nothing to fear. Luke 10:17-20(NIV)
e.g. BRITISH EMPIRE – King or Queen – colonies – Language (English became world’s language)– Rules – Army – Supplies – Dominate.
KINGDOM OF GOD – Jesus – churches – speaking in tongues – commandments – ministers – commission to spread Gospel – supplies- Set people free.
How can we establish Kingdom of God within us?
1) DON’T LOVE THE WORLD1 John 2:15-17(NIV) If anyone loves the world, love for the Father God is not in them. World is made of the following:
- Lust of the flesh –eating, drinking, dressing extensively
- Lust of the eyes – buying new gadgets – mobile, computer – new version
- Pride of life- education, position at work, contacts with people in power, house, car etc. These are not from the Father God but from the Evil one.
*1 World and it’s desires pass away!
*2 Whoever does the Will of God lives forever!
What is the will of God?
2) DON’T COMPLY WITH THIS WORLD. Romans12:2(NIV) 2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. Be transformed by the renewing of your mind through the * WORD OF CHRIST Romans 10:17(ESV). Then you will understand GOD’S WILL – His good, pleasing and perfect will for your life. God’s will is far more better than your will and plans for you. Do not practice the way the world do. There is a worldly wisdom in operation but we need to know Godly wisdom and operate accordingly.
Two Kinds of Wisdom James 3:13-17(NIV) 14 But if you harbour bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth.
*1 EARTHLY WISDOM: you might say I am not envious person, but Selfish Ambition? Is not the whole world encourages selfish ambitions and thinks it is the right thing to do? For that matter even pride the whole world thinks as noble. This wisdom is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. All disorder and every evil practice come out of it!
*2 HEAVENLY WISDOM: is Pure, Peace-loving, Considerate, Submissive, full of Mercy, Good fruit, Impartial and Sincere. Wow!
3) SET YOUR MIND ON THINGS IN HEAVEN. Living as Those Made Alive in Christ Colossians 3:1-3(NIV) 3 Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. 3 For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. Philippians 3:20(NKJV)
Where are we seated now?
You are seated with Jesus, at the right hand of God, on a throne along with the Throne Of God. Ephesians 2:6-7(NIV) God seated us along with Jesus giving equal status. *LOOK FROM GOD’S PERSPECTIVE. See how God sees – Then how will you use – money, time, relationship, ministry?! The supply for our needs comes from God. You will reign in this world and the world to come if you are in CHIRST. Romans 5:17(NIV)