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| understanding the kingdom of god: The Kingdom of God and the Glory of the Cross Patrick Schreiner, 2018-03-15 “The kingdom of heaven is like a grain of mustard seed that a man took and sowed in his field. It is the smallest of all seeds, but when it has grown it is larger than all the garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches.” —Matthew 13:31–32 When Jesus began his ministry, he announced that the kingdom of God was at hand. But many modern-day Christians don’t really understand what the kingdom of God is or how it relates to the message of the gospel. Defining kingdom as the King’s power over the King’s people in the King’s place, Patrick Schreiner investigates the key events, prophecies, and passages of Scripture that highlight the important theme of kingdom across the storyline of the Bible—helping readers see how the mission of Jesus and the coming of the kingdom fit together. Part of the Short Studies in Biblical Theology series. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Easton's Bible Dictionary M. G. Easton, 2017-08-19 Easton's Bible Dictionary is a classic book of definitions which serves to explain and clarify the meaning of the names, places, and words found in the Bible. Many Christians and scholars who read the Bible often remain unawares of the meanings or significance of the Holy Book's vocabulary. Such words are often derived from Ancient Hebrew or other old scripts, which makes it even more difficult for readers who only speak English to understand. Location names, in the context of ancient geography, are likewise hard to scrutinize - yet Easton's Dictionary not only explains what these places are, but their size and overall impact across the entire Bible. First published in 1893, this dictionary uses the authoritative King James Bible as its source. As well as containing definitions and accounts of the many terms found throughout the Old and New Testaments, Easton's Bible Dictionary points out the significance of certain things and exactly where mentions of such phenomena appear in the Bible. The presence and significance of iron, for example, is noted in the Books of Genesis, Chronicles, Ezekiel, Deuteronomy, Isaiah, Job, Joshua, Kings and in the Psalms. Individuals in the Bible are also given biographical definitions. Through Easton's referencing of the names, we can discover the exact Bible passages where such figures are mentioned. Likewise we hear of terms relevant to the life of the ancient peoples; the term 'Levy' for instance is shown to equate to a form of involuntary recruitment which kings ordered. Words in frequent use today, such as 'Schism', are also shown to originate from the Bible. Other words we use today - such as 'Teeth', are shown to have been informal terms: 'cleanness of teeth' in Amos 4:6 denotes an outbreak of famine, for example. Many of the parables and tales of the Bible are retold in abbreviated form in Easton's Bible Dictionary. These retold anecdotes reference other relevant passages, further evidencing how the various portions of the Bible are interconnected and related to one another. Such a style also gives this unconventional dictionary a flowing quality, making it easier for the reader to enjoy large tracts of this text without pause. The ancient world of the Biblical canon is given life and color by Easton's descriptions. Primarily however, Easton's masterwork is designed for reference. Yet it not only defines the individual entries, but places these entries in their proper context throughout both the Old and New Testaments. Owing to this wealth of information, the reader may perceive that Easton's Dictionary is not merely a book of definitions, but an authoritative and significant work of classic Christian literature. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Understanding Your Place in God's Kingdom Myles Munroe, 2011-11-28 This book is about your original purpose for existence and the source of meaning behind your life. In these pages you will discover the Creator’s divine motivation, design, and mandate for His creation and your role in that creation. After reading this book, you will be equipped with the knowledge to answer some of the questions addressing the heart cries of humanity in our search for a better world. I am convinced also that you will come to believe, as I do, that there is hope for mankind, but only as we reconnect to the source of creation and our Creator’s original concepts for life on planet earth. It is this concern that this book will attempt to address. The goal of this book is to reintroduce the concepts, principles, and nature of true authentic kingdoms as presented by the Creator and show the superior and advantageous nature of kingdom as compared to any religion, political ideology, government system, or social program. Join me as we explore and understand the precepts and principles of “the Kingdom.” |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Introducing the Kingdom Dr. Dana Carson, 2012-01-01 The phrase Kingdom of God has become a recent catch phrase in churches today. Unfortunately, while many people 'say' the Kingdom of God, very few really understand how to practically live as a Kingdom citizen. Many people have been trapped in the church and church traditions and now are seeking to sincerely understand the Kingdom of God. Well, Introducing the Kingdom will give you a basic ethos and practices of Kingdom citizens. Dr. Carson has stepped into the Kingdom in this book! You will learn what it means for God to be the one true King in your life. You will never wonder again whether are seeking first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness - you will know! |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Understanding the Kingdom of God Hector Torres, 2021-07 Understanding the Kingdom of God provides the answers to clarify the mysteries of the Kingdom of Heaven. Furthermore, this book launches a challenge to the contemporary church regarding changes it must make to go from a weak Christianity to become an overcoming church that can transform society. With profound theology but in simple language, Torres illuminates the present and eschatological concepts of the Kingdom and the need for the church and you as an individual to understand the calling, the power, the glory, the integrity, the ethics, and the challenges before us to establish the Kingdom of God on earth as it is in Heaven. No other topic is mentioned so frequently in the gospels as the Kingdom of God. Indeed on the pages of this book we can understand that the theme that unifies the biblical revelation in its entirety is centered on the concept of the Kingdom of God. Understanding the Kingdom of God has been endorsed by: While the Church of the XXI century continues to march to do the great commission of discipling nations, certain truths have come to be relevant in our day. The Gospel of the Kingdom is one of them. With great clarity, depth and good balance, Hector Torres invites us to go beyond our religious formulas and anemic Christianity, to the true heart of our mission: to see the Kingdom of God penetrate every nation and culture of the land. Understanding the Kingdom of God is a treasure! --APOSTLE DUTCH SHEETS Author of: Tell Your Heart to Beat Again, Intercessory Prayer, and How to Pray for Your Lost Loved Ones How important and necessary it is to have books like Understanding the Kingdom of God! Dr. Hector Torres breaks it down, in great detail, the mysteries, authority and power of the Kingdom to change nations. I believe that the leaders, who are at the forefront of God's movement in the 21st century, must know and read this book, as it is one of the most complete books about the Kingdom of God, available to the Christian community. I highly recommend it, as it will bless the lives of those who receive this treasure. --Dr. GUILLERMO MALDONADO Ministerio Internacional El Rey Jesus Miami Florida Jesus told his disciples to pray that the Kingdom of God come to earth and that His will be done on earth as well as it is in heaven. Hector Torres does an excellent job presenting what the Kingdom of God means, so when you read this book, you will get a new perspective on the Kingdom. This book comes at a precise moment when the Holy Spirit is embarking believers to have a broad mindset and a vision of the Kingdom. Thank you, Hector, for making these truths of the Kingdom of God accessible to the Body of Christ. --DR. BILL HAMON Founder and President of Christian International Ministries Network In a time of transition, the Lord raises voices that may be heard. That is what he has done with Hector Torres. In this book, Understanding the Kingdom of God, Torres navigates a route that will lead the Church out of the confusion into a clarity that awaits us in the new apostolic era. This is a book about reformation and transformation. --JIM (JAMES) W. GOLL Ministry to the Nations Author of: The Lost Art of Intercession and Exodus Cry |
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| understanding the kingdom of god: Seek First Jeremy R. Treat, 2019-04-09 FIND WHAT MATTERS MOST. BUILD YOUR LIFE AROUND IT. In an age of distraction, everyone is looking for something that gives purpose and perspective on life. Jesus says it's the kingdom of God. But the kingdom is not just another religious idea. Rather, God's loving reign brings clarity and coherence to all of life - identity, work, play, relationships, justice, character - in a way that is profound and practical. Seek First brings theology to the streets, giving a vision for the kingdom that will truly change your life. Treat presents the message of the kingdom in a way that gives us a grander vision for life, whether in the workplace or on the basketball court. - CHRIS BROUSSARD, NBA analyst and sports broadcaster Few books do as good a job as this one in showing us how giving up everything for Christ and his kingdom is the pathway to our greatest gain. Seek First is a gem! - SCOTT SAULS, author and senior pastor, Christ Presbyterian Church With insight and passion Treat reveals why we ought to reorient our lives and reprioritize our loves . . . practical and powerful. - MARIELLE WAKIM, editor, Los Angeles magazine A prophetic and urgent note to the generations . . . a clearly written and much-needed book! - KEVIN J. VANHOOZER, professor, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School |
| understanding the kingdom of god: The Kingdom of God Nicholas Perrin, 2019-02-26 In the last hundred and fifty years the kingdom of God has emerged as one of the most important topics in theology, New Testament studies, and the life of the church. But what exactly is the kingdom of God? What does it mean for the people of God and what does it mean for how they live in the world? In The Kingdom of God, part of the Biblical Theology for Life series, Nicholas Perrin explores this dominant biblical metaphor, one that is paradoxically the meta-center and the mystery in Jesus' proclamation. After survey interpretations by figures from Ritschl to N. T. Wright, Perrin examines the what, who, and how questions of the kingdom. In his sweepingly comprehensive study, Perrin contends that the kingdom is inaugurated in Jesus' earthly ministry, but its final development awaits later events in history. In between the times, however, the people of God are called to participate in the reign of God by living out the distinctly kingdom-ethic through hope, forgiveness, love, and prayer. X |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Listening to Your Life Frederick Buechner, 2009-10-13 Daily meditations taken from the works of an acclaimed novelist, essayist, and preacher who has articulated what he sees with a freshness and clarity and energy that hails our stultified imaginations. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Kingdom Conspiracy Scot McKnight, 2014-10-14 An Award-Winning Challenge to Popular Ideas of the Kingdom According to Scot McKnight, kingdom is the biblical term most misused by Christians today. It has taken on meanings that are completely at odds with what the Bible says and has become a buzzword for both social justice and redemption. In Kingdom Conspiracy, McKnight offers a sizzling biblical corrective and a fiercely radical vision for the role of the local church in the kingdom of God. Now in paper. Praise for Kingdom Conspiracy 2015 Outreach Resources of the Year Award Winner One of Leadership Journal's Best Books for Church Leaders in 2014 This is a must-read for church leaders today.--Publishers Weekly A timely resource for the missional church to reexamine some basic assumptions that impact church practice in the everyday.--Outreach |
| understanding the kingdom of god: The Kingdom of God Greg Jao, 2011-10-18 Gregory Jao leads you through ten-session LifeGuide® Bible Study that explore God's kindgom—transforming your understanding of God, Christianity and your role in the world. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: The Moody Handbook of Theology Paul Enns, 2014-03-27 The study of God, His nature, and His Word are all essential to the Christian faith. Now those interested in Christian theology have a newly revised and updated reference tool in the 25th Anniversary Edition of The Moody Handbook of Theology. In this classic and timeless one-volume resource, Paul Enns offers a comprehensive overview of the five dimensions of theology: biblical, systematic, historical, dogmatic, and contemporary. Each section includes an introduction, chapters on key points, specific studies pertinent to that theology, books for further study, and summary evaluations of each dimension. Charts, graphs, glossary, and indexes add depth and breadth. Theology, once the domain of academicians and learned pastors, is now accessible to anyone interested in understanding the essentials of what Christians believe. The Moody Handbook of Theology is a concise doctrinal reference tool for newcomers and seasoned veterans alike. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: The Kingdom of God John Bright, 2010-09-01 This book traces the history of the biblical idea of the Kingdom of God and suggests its contemporary relevance. “To grasp what is meant by the Kingdom of God is to come very close to the heart of the Bible’s gospel of salvation.”—from the Preface |
| understanding the kingdom of god: The Worldview of the Kingdom Lois Allen, Darrow Miller, 2005 The Church today can be divided into two different understandings of the Kingdom of God. The first group views the Kingdom of God as mystical, invisible, and heavenly. These Christians assert that Jesus is Lord of all, but his Kingdom does not make a difference... |
| understanding the kingdom of god: What is Reformed Theology? R. C. Sproul, 2016-09-13 What Do the Five Points of Calvinism Really Mean? Many have heard of Reformed theology, but may not be certain what it is. Some references to it have been positive, some negative. It appears to be important, and they'd like to know more about it. But they want a full, understandable explanation, not a simplistic one. What Is Reformed Theology? is an accessible introduction to beliefs that have been immensely influential in the evangelical church. In this insightful book, R. C. Sproul walks readers through the foundations of the Reformed doctrine and explains how the Reformed belief is centered on God, based on God's Word, and committed to faith in Jesus Christ. Sproul explains the five points of Reformed theology and makes plain the reality of God's amazing grace. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: The Myles Munroe's Kingdom Series Dr. Myles Munroe, 2015-12-15 The Kingdom of God is here! The defining message of Dr. Myles Munroes life and worknow available for the first time as a packaged collection. While many remember Dr. Munroe for delivering exceptional teaching on topics such as purpose, potential, vision, praise and worship, leadership, and even relationships, perhaps no revelation has been more important for the individual believer as his message on the Kingdom of God. Dr. Munroe served as a pioneer and prophetic voice, summoning people to experience and enjoy the fullness of their salvation in Christ. This came through discovering their purpose, unlocking their potential, and walking the earth as Kingdom citizens, fueled by Heavens vision. Dr. Munroe now stands among the great cloud of witnesses in Heaven, still beckoning us onward to become representatives and ambassadors of the Kingdom of Heaven on earth. His voice continues to challenge Christ-followers around the world to fulfill their destinies. Today, Dr. Munroes Kingdom message is more crucial than ever. In this hour of turmoil and upheaval, embrace your Kingdom purpose! |
| understanding the kingdom of god: The Kingdom of God Martyn Lloyd-Jones, 2010 In a world that has completely misunderstood Christianity, Martyn Lloyd-Jones calls Christians back to what the kingdom of God is truly about--a blessed Savior and wondrous forgiveness. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Eyes to See the Revelation T. Kenan Smith, 2019-06-25 To properly interpret the Book of Revelation, we must have a thorough understanding of the New Covenant Spiritual Life. We must learn to emphasize the spiritual over the material. We must have a Heavenly orientation, as opposed to an Earthly orientation, to life, history, and our future. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: The Gospel of the Kingdom George Eldon Ladd, 1990-03-13 In The Gospel of the Kingdom, renowned biblical scholar George Eldon Ladd delves into the heart of Jesus' teachings about the Kingdom of God. With profound insight and clarity, Ladd explores the nature, purpose, and fulfillment of God's redemptive plan through the lens of the kingdom motif. This groundbreaking work, which has shaped the understanding of generations of students and scholars, offers a comprehensive and accessible examination of the central message of Jesus' ministry, shedding light on the transformative power of the gospel and its implications for Christian life and mission. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: The Gospel According to Matthew , 1999 The publication of the King James version of the Bible, translated between 1603 and 1611, coincided with an extraordinary flowering of English literature and is universally acknowledged as the greatest influence on English-language literature in history. Now, world-class literary writers introduce the book of the King James Bible in a series of beautifully designed, small-format volumes. The introducers' passionate, provocative, and personal engagements with the spirituality and the language of the text make the Bible come alive as a stunning work of literature and remind us of its overwhelming contemporary relevance. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: The Kingdom of God Christopher W. Morgan, Robert A. Peterson, 2012-11-30 The kingdom of God is a very large biblical category indeed. Accordingly, a comprehensive understanding of the kingdom would illuminate many aspects of theology. With this in mind, Bruce Waltke, Robert Yarbrough, Gerald Bray, Clinton Arnold, Gregg Allison, Stephen Nichols, and Anthony Bradley have collaborated to articulate a full view of the kingdom of God across multiple disciplines. One of the most important books on the kingdom since G. E. Ladd, this volume offers a robust theology and is corroborated by the very series in which it stands. Fourth in the noted Theology in Community series, The Kingdom of God establishes the significance of the kingdom from the perspectives of biblical theology, systematic theology, history, pastoral application, missiology, and cultural analysis. Part of the Theology in Community series. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: A History of the Jewish People in the Time of Jesus Christ Emil Schürer, 1896 |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Rediscovering the Kingdom Expanded Edition Myles Munroe, 2011-07-28 When governments collapse, human philosophies fail and your life is crashing down around you, Rediscovering the Kingdom will become your guide through the treacherous storms of the 21st century. All of the past ideologies have failed—humanism, communism, totalitarianism, fascism, socialism and even democracy. This is a philosophy, an ideology that will not fail, for it was bore in the heart of God Himself. As Dr. Munroe unveils the reality and the power of the Kingdom of God, you will be challenged to the core of your religious soul as you discover realities that few have seen, let alone talked about. Rediscovering the Kingdom will defy almost every concept you have about religion as it shifts the focus away from religion towards the ultimate issue—the Kingdom of God. In this book you will discover: • The keys that make the Kingdom function in your life. • Why religion cannot solve your problems. • Why governments and world leaders continue to fail us. • Why religion can never fulfill your deepest desire. • Why power is the pursuit of all mankind. • The present and future reality of the Kingdom among us. • The original message and purpose of Jesus. |
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| understanding the kingdom of god: Holy Bible (NIV) Various Authors,, 2008-09-02 The NIV is the world's best-selling modern translation, with over 150 million copies in print since its first full publication in 1978. This highly accurate and smooth-reading version of the Bible in modern English has the largest library of printed and electronic support material of any modern translation. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Jesus: A Very Short Introduction Richard Bauckham, 2011-07-28 Two billion people today identify as Christians, with the implication that Jesus is the focus of their relationship with God, and their way of living in the world. Such followers of Jesus are now more numerous and make up a greater proportion of the world's population than ever before. Despite its decline in the West, Christianity is rapidly increasing in areas such as Africa and China. Richard Bauckham explores the historical figure of Jesus, evaluating the sources and concluding that they provide us with good historical evidence for his life and teaching. In order to place Jesus in his proper historical context, as a Jew from Galilee in the early first century of our era, Bauckham looks at Jewish religion and society in the land of Israel under Roman rule. He explores Jesus' symbolic practices as well as his teachings, looks at his public career and emphasises how his actions, such as healing and his association with notorious sinners, were just as important as his words. Bauckham shows that Jesus was devoted to the God of Israel, with a special focus on God's fatherly love and compassion, and like every Jewish teacher he expounded the Torah, but did so in his own distinctive way. With a discussion about the way Jesus understood himself and what finally led to his death as a criminal on a Roman cross, he concludes by considering the significance Jesus has come to have for Christian faith worldwide. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Eight Kingdoms Michael Pearl, 2006 There are eight types of kingdoms mentioned in the Bible. Two of those kingdoms-the kingdom of God and the kingdom of heaven-constitute the central message of the New Testament. If all the text that speaks directly of these two kingdoms were removed from the New Testament, there wouldn't be enough left to fill up a single page in the newspaper. Yet the kingdom message is completely unknown by a large majority of ministers and their congregations all across this land. There has never been anything spoken so much, yet understood so little. The errors of reformed theology and Armenianism alike are rooted in a misunderstanding of the kingdoms. Most cults, and many of the denominational differences today, can be traced to a lack of understanding of the mystery of the kingdoms. The key to understanding the entire Bible is found in knowing the differences among the eight kingdoms, but especially these two-the kingdom of God and the kingdom of heaven. When readers finish reading this book, they will assuredly know the difference. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Insurgence Frank Viola, 2018-06-05 Why does the allegiance that radical terrorists give to their false cause exceed the allegiance that most Christians today give to Jesus Christ? In Insurgence, bestselling author Frank Viola presents a radical proposal for Christians. Namely, that we have lost the explosive, earthshaking gospel of the kingdom that Jesus, Paul, and the other apostles preached. Viola argues that we've lost this dynamic, titanic, living gospel and exchanged it for a gospel of religious duty or permissiveness and easy believism. In today's politically charged era, Christians on the progressive left as well as the conservative right both equate their particular viewpoints with the kingdom of God. Viola challenges and dismantles these perspectives, offering a fresh and revolutionary look at the gospel of the kingdom. Viola writes with gripping power, challenging Christians to embrace an unparalleled allegiance to Jesus Christ and his kingdom. This high-octane message is being reclaimed today, launching a spiritual insurgence. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: How God Became King Tom Wright, 2012-04-12 'It has been slowly dawning on me over many years that there is a fundamental problem deep at the heart of Christian faith and practice as I have known them . . . we have all forgotten what the four Gospels are about.' With that surprising assertion, Tom Wright launches this ground-breaking work in which he helps us to see the gospel story in radically a new light, and to acknowledge that, for many generations, the Church has been avoiding its full impact and holding back from proclaiming its full meaning. 'Classic Wright: clear, accessible, robust, engaging and challenging.' Paula Gooder in Third Way 'Scholarly, accessible, insightful and provocative.' Christianity 'Wright argues compellingly that the twin themes of kingdom and cross are inseparably linked. . . This is a much-needed reorientation. The book makes its case for 'rethinking' cogently and deserves widespread attention.' Theology |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Just Do Something Kevin L. DeYoung, 2009-04-01 Hyper-spiritual approaches to finding God's will don't work. It's time to try something new: Give up. Pastor and author Kevin DeYoung counsels Christians to settle down, make choices, and do the hard work of seeing those choices through. Too often, he writes, God's people tinker around with churches, jobs, and relationships, worrying that they haven't found God's perfect will for their lives. Or-even worse-they do absolutely nothing, stuck in a frustrated state of paralyzed indecision, waiting...waiting...waiting for clear, direct, unmistakable direction. But God doesn't need to tell us what to do at each fork in the road. He's already revealed his plan for our lives: to love him with our whole hearts, to obey His Word, and after that, to do what we like. No need for hocus-pocus. No reason to be directionally challenged. Just do something. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Can We Trust the Gospels? Mark D. Roberts, 2007-06-08 Attacks on the historical reliability of the Gospels—especially their portrayal of Jesus Christ—are nothing new. But are these attacks legitimate? Is there reason to doubt the accuracy of the Gospels? By examining and refuting some of the most common criticisms of the Gospels, author Mark D. Roberts explains why we can indeed trust the Gospels, nearly two millennia after they were written. Lay readers and scholars alike will benefit from this accessible book, and will walk away confident in the reliability of the Gospels. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: One Assembly Jonathan Leeman, 2020-03-26 Many churches are switching to the multisite or multiservice models to manage crowded sanctuaries due to growing attendance. This solution seems sensible in the short term, but too often churches adopt this model without taking into consideration what the Bible says about it. Illuminating the importance of physical togetherness as a way to protect the gospel, this book argues that maintaining a single assembly best embodies the unity the church possesses in Jesus Christ. Jonathan Leeman considers a series of biblical, theological, and pastoral arguments that ask us to stop and examine intuitions or assumptions about what a church is. He reorients our minds to a biblical definition of church, offering examples of churches that have thrived with a single service at a single site and compelling alternatives for those looking to solve the complications that come with a growing church. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Understanding The Kingdom of God William Powell, 2018-04-05 This is a Christian Education tool in its essence. Written with simplicity for lay members and scholars alike. The aim is for everyone to understand that God has created this world for His good pleasure, with you and I in mind in His so doing. As He secured our arrival in Himself, it is our responsibility once here to accept our cross thus realigning ourselves through Righteous Conscientiousness to the Eternal Self which is and always has been in Jesus Christ the Lamb slain before the foundations of the world. With the knowledge of the placement of our names within His book we operate in this realm. This book is intended to help the reading reconnect to God consciously so that life will be successful, according to the Holy Scripture, in our attaining righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Ghost. All of this is simplified here and explained in a way that builds a foundation that opens the reader to not only receiving Christ on a basic level, but will also introduce many to an effectual door of exploration in the Truth of the Word of God. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: According to Plan Graeme Goldsworthy, 2002-10-10 Concise, pithy chapters with dozens of charts, highlighted summaries and study questions make Graeme Goldsworthy's introductory text enormously useful for understanding how the Bible fits together as the unfolding story of God's plan for salvation. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: The Kingdom Agenda Tony Evans, 2013-07-26 God’s kingdom isn’t just about theology and church. It isn’t just a quaint religious idea or an obscure theological concept. It is about a whole new way of seeing the world and your place in it. Tony Evans' legacy work, The Kingdom Agenda offers a fresh and powerful vision that will help you think differently about your life, your relationships, and your walk with God. When you start with a Kingdom agenda, living in relationship with the true King, and embracing your place in His Kingdom, nothing will ever be the same. In these pages we’ll explore how, under God, this kingdom vision: Helps you find greater purpose for your life. Guides your family toward Him. Deepens your understanding of God’s use of the church. Changes the way you think about politics, culture, and philosophy. Join Dr. Tony Evans, one of the greatest Bible teachers of our time, as he unfolds this biblical and practical approach to life—an approach that has the power to change people, families, neighborhoods, churches, and even nations. Discover the power of the Kingdom agenda. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: The City of God and the Goal of Creation T. Desmond Alexander, 2018-01-16 “For here we have no lasting city, but we seek the city that is to come.” –Hebrews 13:14 At the very heart of God’s plan for the world stands an extraordinary city. Beginning with the garden of Eden in Genesis and ending with the New Jerusalem in Revelation, the biblical story reveals how God has been working throughout history to establish a city filled with his glorious presence. Tracing the development of the theme of city in both testaments, T. Desmond Alexander draws on his experience as a biblical scholar to show us God’s purpose throughout Scripture to dwell with his redeemed people in a future extraordinary city on a transformed earth. Part of the Short Studies in Biblical Theology series. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Seek First the Kingdom - Bible Study Book Christine Hoover, 2021-04 As Christians, we live busy and harried lives, most often because we are eager and earnest to join with God in His work in the world. In the confusion and sheer volume of opportunities and ideas vying for our attention, we must constantly return to the words of Jesus to find our focus and purpose, for the truths He spoke, when believed and applied, lead to our flourishing. Using parables and stories, Jesus spoke most often of the kingdom of God as what matters--the ways of the kingdom, the values of the kingdom, and the cultivation of the kingdom here on earth in light of its fulfillment in heaven. In other words, the kingdom of God defines who we are and what we do as Christians. Many Christians don't have a working knowledge of the kingdom and their true citizenship in a way that affects their daily lives and decisions. Seek First the Kingdom cuts through the clutter of life with the words of Jesus, urging readers to stop, think, take notice, and reorient themselves solidly around the kingdom. Features: 8 weeks of personal study to complete between 8 group sessions Leader guide to help guide group meetings Benefits: Explore the kingdom of God in-depth, learning what the kingdom of God is, and how we enter it. Embrace the life Jesus offers us within the kingdom and the way we find joy as His subjects. Understand how the ways, values, and cultivation of the kingdom of God define who we are. Learn to confront our allegiances to idols and false kings, re-ordering our worship. Identify our places in the kingdom of God and how we can join in the work that God is doing here and around the world. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Knowing Christ Today Dallas Willard, 2009-05-26 At a time when popular atheism books are talking about the irrationality of believing in God, Willard makes a rigorous intellectual case for why it makes sense to believe in God and in Jesus, the Son. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: Interpreting the Parables Craig L. Blomberg, 2012-07-03 Craig Blomberg surveys the contemporary critical approaches to the parables--including those that have emerged in the twenty years since the first edition. This widely used text has taken a minority perspective and made it mainstream, with Blomberg ably defending a limited allegorical approach and offering brief interpretations of all the major parables. |
| understanding the kingdom of god: The Mission of God's People Christopher J. H. Wright, 2010 Author Chris Wright offers a sweeping biblical survey of the holistic mission of the church, providing practical insight for today's church leaders. Wright gives special emphasis to theological trajectories of the Old Testament that not only illuminate God's mission but also suggest priorities for Christians engaged in God's world-changing work. |
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If you have an understanding of something, you know how it works or know what it means. If you are understanding towards someone, you are kind and forgiving. Her boss, who was very …
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The sum of your knowledge of a certain topic, is your understanding of it. This can change, or deepen as you learn more. But being an understanding person doesn't take a lot of studying — …
UNDERSTANDING definition | Cambridge English Dictionary
UNDERSTANDING meaning: 1. knowledge about a subject, situation, etc. or about how something works: 2. a particular way in…. Learn more.
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Definition of understanding noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. [uncountable, singular] understanding (of something) the knowledge that somebody has about a particular …
What does Understanding mean? - Definitions.net
Understanding is a relation between the knower and an object of understanding. Understanding implies abilities and dispositions with respect to an object of knowledge sufficient to support …
understanding - definition and meaning - Wordnik
noun The ability by which one understands; intelligence. noun The quality or condition of one who understands; comprehension: synonym: reason. noun Individual or specified judgment or …
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1. the mental process of a person who understands; comprehension; personal interpretation. 2. intellectual faculties; intelligence. 3. knowledge of or familiarity with a particular thing. 5. a …
