“We’re used to thinking of ourselves in terms of natural citizenship. But what does it mean to be a supernatural citizen of heaven, chosen and set apart by the King of the universe? In this message, we will explore three blessings of our citizenship: special privileges, duties, and (most of all) final vindication.”

Outline: The blessings of our citizenship include three things: special privileges, military duties, and (most of all) final vindication.

The blessings of our citizenship include special privileges

The blessings of our citizenship include military duties

The blessings of our citizenship include final vindication

Discussion Questions:

1. Why is it significant that we are chosen for the same reason Abraham was chosen, solely because of God’s mercy? What does it mean to you personally to be set apart in this way?

2. One of our duties as citizens of God’s kingdom is to wage war against the flesh and the world. How is this duty also a blessing? How do you approach the battle?

3. Why can we be confident that despite all our failings and the judgement of the world, God himself will vindicate us before the judgement seat? What evidence of the Holy Spirit’s work can you point to in your own life?

4.How does knowledge of your heavenly citizenship, with all its blessings, comfort you today? How can you use this knowledge to encourage others?