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DIFFERENTIATING THE TWO KINGDOM REALITIES. PART 1


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DIFFERENTIATING THE TWO KINGDOM REALITIES.


This teaching highlights a crucial spiritual insight about how Jesus reframed the concept of kingship and rulership during his earthly ministry.


There’s no doubt that Jesus clearly identified himself as a king, yet his embodiment of kingship fundamentally challenged and transformed human understanding of what kingship means. Rather than merely claiming a title, Jesus demonstrated a radically different value system through his life and actions.


We're living in unprecedented times that demand a deeper and broader understanding of the kingdom of God. To navigate these days effectively, it's crucial to grasp what the kingdom represents, rather than just what it's not. The clearer our understanding of the kingdom's true nature, the more empowered we'll be to live a life that authentically reflects its values and principles.


John 18:36. Jesus said, “My kingdom is not of this world. If it were, my servants would fight to prevent my arrest by the Jewish leaders. But now my kingdom is from another place.


One of the most significant challenges facing the world and the body of Christ today is a distorted understanding of leadership and governance. This misperception stems from a lack of clarity and understanding about the kingdom of God, a concept extensively discussed in Scripture. The kingdom represents leadership, power, influence, authority, and the values embodied by Jesus.


The misconceptions about the nature of kingship which speaks directly to how we perceive and interpret power, influence, and authority directly impact how believers approach their sense of spirituality and Christianity as a lifestyle. If one's understanding of kingship remains rooted in worldly paradigms, their expectations about spiritual authority will be misaligned with God's intentions.



The failure to grasp the kingdom's principles has led to a downward spiral of spiritual leadership crises, mismanagement, abuse of power, and prioritization of material wealth within the Church and beyond. To make a positive impact, Christians must recapture the true meaning of the kingdom of God.


Understanding the kingdom's principles will empower believers to live a Christ-centered life, guided by His values, rather than self-promotion.

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Portalsgate BroadcastBy Isaiah-Phillips Akintola