1. Kingdom Mindset and Eternal Rewards
Focusing on heaven and God’s purposes. Theme: Living with an eternal perspective; seeking heaven’s priorities and rewards. Chapter (10) Eternity,…
Tag: God’s Kingdom
Kingdom Ethics and the Ten Commandments Today (Contents)
Chapter 1: The Kingdom of God and the Moral Law Chapter 2: Law vs. Grace — Reconciling Obedience and Freedom…
Chapter 1: The Kingdom of God and the Moral Law
Kingdom Ethics and the Ten Commandments Today Relevance for the Church, Culture Wars, Law vs. Grace, and Christian Discipleship 1.…
9: Honour Your Parents – Family, Authority, and the Kingdom of God
The Ten Commandments and the Teachings of Jesus: A Theological, Cultural, and Political Exposition 1. Introduction The fifth commandment marks…
12: You Shall Not Steal – Respect for Property and Kingdom Contentment
The Ten Commandments and the Teachings of Jesus: A Theological, Cultural, and Political Exposition 1. Introduction The eighth commandment, “You…
14: You Shall Not Covet – The Inner Life and Kingdom Contentment
The Ten Commandments and the Teachings of Jesus: A Theological, Cultural, and Political Exposition 1. Introduction The tenth commandment penetrates…
5: Kingdom of God
1. Theme Overview This theme focuses on God’s sovereign rule, both present and future, over all creation. It examines the…
58. God’s Kingdom
Exodus 15:18 18 The LORD shall reign for ever and ever. 1 Chronicles 16:31 31 Let the heavens be glad,…
45: The Mustard Seed – A Metaphor of Humble Beginnings and Expansive Kingdom Growth
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 13:31–32 1. Introduction Jesus proclaimed, “The kingdom of heaven is like…
47: The Treasure Hidden in a Field – A Metaphor of Joyful Surrender and the Hidden Glory of the Kingdom
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 13:44 1. Introduction Jesus teaches, “The kingdom of heaven is like…
60: The Wedding Banquet – A Metaphor of the Kingdom’s Invitation and Final Judgment
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 22:1–14 1. Introduction In the Parable of the Wedding Banquet, Jesus…
11: Kingdom — Malkuth (OT), Basileia (NT), and Intertestamental Usage
1. Hebrew Term: Malkuth (Malchut) — מַלְכוּת Pronunciation: mal-KOOTMeaning: Kingdom, reign, sovereignty; refers to God’s rule and the dominion of…
14: Kingdom — Malkuth (OT), Basileia (NT), and Intertestamental Usage
1. Hebrew Term: Malkuth (Malchut) — מַלְכוּת Pronunciation: mal-KOOTMeaning: Kingdom, reign, sovereignty; refers to God’s rule and the dominion of…
8: The Kingdom of God in Jewish Thought
1. Term: Kingdom of God — מַלְכוּת הָאֱלֹהִים (Malkuth HaElohim) Meaning: God’s reign, sovereignty, and rule. 2. Historical-Cultural Context: 3.…
Revelation and Resistance: Prophets, Politics, and the Kingdom of God
The Council That Never Was – Volume VI Prologue: The Thunder of Thrones The scene changed again. Now the forum…
Chapter 1: The Grainfield Confrontation
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 12:1–8; Mark 2:23–28; Luke…
Chapter 2: Healing on the Sabbath
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 12:9–14; Mark 3:1–6; Luke…
Chapter 3: Dining with Sinners
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 9:9–13; Mark 2:13–17; Luke…
Chapter 4: The Handwashing Dispute
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 15:1–20; Mark 7:1–23) The…
Chapter 5: The Beelzebub Accusation
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 12:22–37; Mark 3:22–30; Luke…
Chapter 6: The Demand for Signs – The Sign of Jonah
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 12:38–42; Matthew 16:1–4; Mark…
Chapter 7: Testing Jesus on Divorce
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 19:3–9; Mark 10:2–12) The…
Chapter 8: The Seven Woes against the Pharisees
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 23:1–36) The temple courts…
Chapter 9: The Plot to Kill Jesus after Lazarus’ Resurrection
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (John 11:45–53) The village of…
Chapter 10: Paying Taxes to Caesar – The Trap Question
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 22:15–22; Mark 12:13–17; Luke…
Chapter 11: The Question about the Greatest Commandment
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 22:34–40; Mark 12:28–34; Luke…
The Parable of the Sower
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Sower 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Kingdom of God /…
The Parable of the Wheat and the Weeds (Tares)
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Wheat and the Weeds (Tares) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category…
The Parable of the Mustard Seed
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Mustard Seed 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Kingdom of God…
The Parable of the Leaven
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Leaven(also known as The Parable of the Yeast) 2. Scripture Reference(s)…
The Parable of the Hidden Treasure
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Hidden Treasure 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Kingdom of God…
The Parable of the Pearl of Great Price
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Pearl of Great Price(also known as The Pearl of Great Value)…
The Parable of the Growing Seed
1. Introduction The Parable of the Growing Seed, found only in Mark’s Gospel (Mark 4:26–29), is one of Jesus’ shortest…
The Parable of the Dragnet
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Dragnet(also known as The Net) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category…
The Parable of the Minas
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Minas(also called The Ten Servants or The Pounds) 2. Scripture Reference(s)…
The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats(also known as The Judgment of the Nations)…
The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard(also known as The Labourers in the Vineyard)…
The Parable of the Wedding Banquet (Rejection)
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Wedding Banquet (with emphasis on rejection) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic…
Heaven, God’s Kingdom, and God’s Presence (Contents)
Heaven, God’s Kingdom, and God’s Presence in Biblical Theology Heaven and Ethical Living – Shaping Character through Eternal Perspective Kingdom…
Heaven, God’s Kingdom, and God’s Presence in Biblical Theology
1. Introduction In biblical theology, the themes of heaven, the Kingdom of God, and God’s presence are conceptually distinct yet…
Kingdom Ethics – Living Justly under God’s Rule
1. Introduction The proclamation of the Kingdom of God lies at the heart of Jesus’ message and mission. Far from…
Early Christian Theologians on Heaven, God’s Kingdom, and God’s Presence
1. Introduction The early Church Fathers laid the foundations for Christian theological reflection on heaven, the Kingdom of God, and…
Medieval Theologians on Heaven, God’s Kingdom, and God’s Presence
1. Introduction The medieval period (c. 500–1500 AD) represents a pivotal era in the development of systematic theology, marked by…
Reformation Theologians on Heaven, God’s Kingdom, and God’s Presence
1. Introduction The Protestant Reformation of the sixteenth century marked a watershed in Christian theology, reorienting the Church’s understanding of…
Modern Theologians on Heaven, God’s Kingdom, and God’s Presence
1. Introduction Modern theology, emerging in dialogue with historical criticism, philosophical modernity, and socio-political concerns, presents a nuanced engagement with…
Biblical Ethics in Daily Life: Applying Heaven, God’s Kingdom, and God’s Presence
1. Introduction Biblical ethics serve as a moral compass for Christian living, rooted not in abstract rules but in the…