To fast is to temporarily abstain from some necessity or source of enjoyment in order to pursue spiritual renewal or guidance. Fasting is an assumed practice for believers. Fasting must be focused.

Rest is part of God's design. Rest is an intentional action rather than pointless sloth. Rest is an exercise in trust and renewal.

We often view God as simply a source of stuff. We often find our identity and security in our stuff. Our stuff will leave us empty.

The Risen Savior seeks to restore us to fellowship with God.

There are many who are affected by the Kingdom but are not a part of it.

The King has the final saw in who is a citizen in His Kingdom.

Because a separation is coming, we must do whatever we can to reach as many people as possible.

The Kingdom of God is worth every sacrifice.

The Kingdom of God starts small, grows high, and goes deep.

The King patiently nurtures His children and patiently deals with His enemies. The patience of the King should energize believers to make the most of the time we have.

The Word of God is the seed of the Kingdom. It must be spread. It must take root. It must be nurtured. When those things happen the Word will bear fruit.

The Kingdom of God is a mystery, and we have been invited to uncover that mystery.