Results of using the keys of the Kingdom
[1] The gospel being preached worldwide! Matthew 24:14 “And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations, and then the end will come.” [2] Great demonstrations of God’s power! Matthew 12:28 “But if I cast out demons by the Spirit of God, surely the…
The keys of the Kingdom: Righteousness
Matthew 6:33 “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” Matthew 5:20 “For I say to you, that unless your righteousness exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven.” Righteousness is living the right…
The keys of the Kingdom: Obedience
In a KINGDOM a king’s word is final – it is law! In the KINGDOM of God, what Jesus says, goes! Jesus set the ultimate example of OBEDIENCE! John 8:29 “And He who sent Me is with Me. The Father has not left Me alone, for I always do those things that please Him.” Jesus…
The keys of the Kingdom: Violence
Matthew 11:11-12 “Assuredly, I say to you, among those born of women there has not risen one greater than John the Baptist; but he who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffers violence, and the violent take…
The keys of the Kingdom: Authority
Matthew 8:5-13 “Now when Jesus had entered Capernaum, a centurion came to Him, pleading with Him, Saying, “Lord, my servant is lying at home paralysed, dreadfully tormented.” And Jesus said to him, “I will come and heal him.” The centurion answered and said, “Lord, I am not worthy that You should come under my roof. But…
They keys of the Kingdom: Unity
Matthew 12:25 “But Jesus knew their thoughts, and said to them: “Every kingdom DIVIDED against itself is brought to desolation, and every city or house divided against itself will not stand.” This verse says two important things: [1] Where there is division there is desolation and disaster. [2] Unity among KINGDOM people is of the…
They keys of the Kingdom: Humility
Matthew 16:18-19 “And I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it. And I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever…
Jesus presents His Kingly credentials!
Miracles proved Jesus to be King over disease, demons, death and the elements! Miracle 1: The Leper healed. Matthew 8:2-4 And behold, a leper came and worshiped Him, saying, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” Then Jesus put out His hand and touched him, saying, “I am willing; be cleansed.” Immediately his leprosy was cleansed. And Jesus said…
Matthew Presents Jesus as the King
Jesus was born of the KINGLY LINE OF DAVID! Matthew 1:1 “The book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the Son of David [the king], the Son of Abraham: ” Jesus was visited by WISE MEN who CAME LOOKING FOR A KING! Matthew 2:1 “… wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, Saying, “Where is…
Jesus presents His Kingly credentials – the miracles
Miracles proved Jesus to be King over disease, demons, death and the elements! Miracle 1: The Leper healed. Matthew 8:2-4 And behold, a leper came and worshiped Him, saying, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” Then Jesus put out His hand and touched him, saying, “I am willing; be cleansed.” Immediately his leprosy was cleansed. And Jesus said…