January 08, 2023 AM
Vance Pitman
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The Kingdom and the Church
Philippians 4:15-20
THE KINGDOM OF GOD
God’s sovereign activity in the world resulting in people being in right relationship with Himself
“And they sang a new song, saying, 'Worthy are you to take the scroll and to open its seals, for you were slain, and by your blood you ransomed people for God from every tribe and language and people and nation, and you have made them a kingdom and priests to our God, and they shall reign on the earth.'” – Revelation 5:9-10
“He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to them during forty days and speaking about the kingdom of God.” – Acts 1:3
“He lived there two whole years at his own expense, and welcomed all who came to him, proclaiming the kingdom of God…” – Acts 28:30-31
TRUTH #1
When God births a church, it’s always about something bigger.
TRUTH #2
When God births a church, He invites us to join in His kingdom activity.
1) Every church should cultivate a heart for the kingdom by __.
2) Every church should prioritize the kingdom by __.
3) Every church should invest in the kingdom by __.
TRUTH #3
When God births a church, it’s for His glory.