Growth The Teachings of the Kingdom

[for_his_glory]

I'm only going to reply with scripture and to each one find truth within them.

Kingdom of God described

1Ch 29:11 Thine, O LORD, is the greatness, and the power, and the glory, and the victory, and the majesty: for all that is in the heaven and in the earth is thine; thine is the kingdom, O LORD, and thou art exalted as head above all.
1Ch 29:12 Both riches and honor come of thee, and thou reignest over all; and in thine hand is power and might; and in thine hand it is to make great, and to give strength unto all.

Psa 22:27 All the ends of the world shall remember and turn unto the LORD: and all the kindreds of the nations shall worship before thee.

Psa 22:28 for the kingdom is the LORD's: and he is the governor among the nations.

Dan 4:3 how great are his signs! And how mighty are his wonders! His kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and his dominion is from generation to generation.

Mat 4:23 And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people

Mat 25:34 then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: (note foundation of the world)

Luke 12:31 But rather seek ye the kingdom of God; and all these things shall be added unto you.
Luke 12:32 Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom.

John 18:36 Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.

Mar 1:15 and saying, the time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel.

Mat 3:2 And saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. (Note Jesus is the kingdom of God on earth)
Mat 3:3 For this is he that was spoken of by the prophet Isaiah, saying, The voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths straight.

Eph 5:5 for this ye know, that no whoremonger, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an idolater, hath any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God.

Mat 13:43 Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.

Mat 26:29 But I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth of this fruit of the vine, until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father's kingdom. (note this one)

Col 1:13 who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son:
Col 1:14 in whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:


Special feature of:

Mat 24:14 and this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come.

Mat 13:19 when any one heareth the word of the kingdom, and understandeth it not, then cometh the wicked one, and catcheth away that which was sown in his heart. This is he which received seed by the way side.

Mar 4:11 and he said unto them, unto you it is given to know the mystery of the kingdom of God: but unto them that are without, all these things are done in parables:


Entrance into:

John 3:3 Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God

Luke 22:29 and I appoint unto you a kingdom, as my Father hath appointed unto me;
Luke 22:30 That ye may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

1Th 2:12 that ye would walk worthy of God, who hath called you unto his kingdom and glory.


Members of:

Mat 6:33 but seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

Act 14:22 Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God.

Act 8:12 But when they believed Philip preaching the things concerning the kingdom of God, and the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women.

Mat 6:10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

Col 4:11 and Jesus, which is called Justus, who are of the circumcision. These only are my fellow workers unto the kingdom of God, which have been a comfort unto me.


Nature of:

Rom 14:17 for the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
Rom 14:18 for he that in these things serveth Christ is acceptable to God, and approved of men.

2Pe 1:11 for so an entrance shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. ( Growth in Christ)

John 18:36 Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.

 

[Malachi]

So how would you paraphrase Romans 14:17 so that the general public can understand it?

Romans 14:17 is telling Christians that they are not to be focused on foods and drinks, and whether they are acceptable or unacceptable, but to focus on (1) righteousness-- doing what is right in God's eyes, (2) peace with all men (as much as is possible), and (3) joy which comes from the indwelling Holy Spirit. That's what the Kingdom of God (which is within you) is all about.

Context is key throughout the Word of God, and the context is "doubtful disputations" (14:1) about which foods are acceptable for believers and which are not (or holy days also). The spiritual principle that is emphasized is to give no offence to brethren who are weak in the faith and dispute about these matter.

God has already ruled "that there is nothing unclean of itself" (Rom 14:14) therefore Christians are permitted to eat any meat that is available with thanksgiving (1 Tim 4:4,5) provided (a) it has not been sacrificed to idols, (b) it has not been strangulated, (c) that blood is not consumed (Acts 15:13-29).

 

[Rollo Tamasi]

Romans 14:17 is telling Christians that they are not to be focused on foods and drinks, and whether they are acceptable or unacceptable, but to focus on (1) righteousness -- doing what is right in God's eyes, (2) peace with all men (as much as is possible), and (3) joy which comes from the indwelling Holy Spirit. That's what the Kingdom of God (which is within you) is all about.

Context is key throughout the Word of God, and the context is "doubtful disputations" (14:1) about which foods are acceptable for believers and which are not (or holy days also). The spiritual principle that is emphasized is to give no offence to brethren who are weak in the faith and dispute about these matter.

God has already ruled "that there is nothing unclean of itself" (Rom 14:14) therefore Christians are permitted to eat any meat that is available with thanksgiving (1 Tim 4:4,5) provided (a) it has not been sacrificed to idols, (b) it has not been strangulated, (c) that blood is not consumed (Acts 15:13-29).

Yes, I agree.
But that is not what another said and I was asking that person to clarify what they said.

 

[jasonc]

Actually grace begins at Gen 3:21 with Adam and Eve and their coats of skins, and continues on for eternity. Also Abel comes before Noah (Heb 11:4).

However, the reason Chafer would have believed that the Law (the ceremonial aspects) would be revived is because a careful reading of Ezekiel chapters 34-48 shows that this is indeed the case.... (And its Scofield).

Does that nullify grace? God forbid. Does that nullify the cross? God forbid. But there is no question that during the Millenium, and after that for eternity, Israel will be established in the land as described by Ezekiel.

While this is beyond our present comprehension, what God reveals must surely be true and surely come to pass. There has never been a Temple such as that described by Ezekiel. It is yet future. Unger's Bible Dictionary says: "It is not a description of a temple that was ever was built, but of one which is to be built in Jerusalem during the ideal spiritual and political conditions to prevail druing the Kingdom Age".

what chapters in Ezekiel, you said isreal was to be a priestly nation, AND THE jews will reaching the lost, so jesus had to remove his church that had the promise not to fail.

that and this, what exactly is the commandents to isreal now? is it the old way or new way. zeke taken literally says OLD

And I have sprinkled over you clean water, And ye have been clean; From all your uncleannesses, and from all your idols, I do cleanse you.
26 And I have given to you a new heart, And a new spirit I give in your midst, And I have turned aside the heart of stone out of your flesh, And I have given to you a heart of flesh.
27 And My Spirit I give in your midst, And I have done this, so that in My statutes ye walk, And My judgments ye keep, and have done them.
28 And ye have dwelt in the land that I have given to your fathers, And ye have been to Me for a people, And I -- I am to you for God.

if were to post the same thing about Abraham, it would almost word for word. so its not the same as the cross. it cant be. where is the listed verses to read that are about ceremonial rewriting about the torah? ie if don't do the shabat? what would happen. Isiah says it returns

 

[jasonc]

Thank you for saying this.

that is why I see no need for isreal in this teaching to be. im of isreal. isreal is where ever the Hebrews are. even the jews of today agree! so when isreal if it ever does returns, then how will the sinner know? they have to come to isreal to learn? or do the Hebrews go to them. if its the later then its a church.

 

[Brother Mike]

So how would you paraphrase Romans 14:17 so that the general public can understand it?

There is a whole lot I can say about the kingdom and Adam's forfeiture of his authority to rule as it's written whom you obey, your the servant of. (Rom 6:16) Jesus came to destroy the work of the devil and bridge that gap between God and man, giving back our right to have access to the Fathers will and power. (1Jn 3:8, Heb 2:14-15) Anyway.........

Romans 14:17...............

We need to look at all the rest of the scriptures. What is Paul saying here and why use Basielia? (Female Noun Translated Kingdom)

Paul is talking about food sacrificed to Idols. One group of brothers (sisters) were chowing down on scrumptious Idol sacrificed food. (Pass me the Zeus blessed rolls please) The group strong in faith knew that food offered to something that is not ever real, don't mean a thing as long as it taste good.

Another group, that was also saved, had grown up with these idols and after knowing Jesus, still felt that the food somehow might still be tainted with Zeus power. However some ate against their own conscience, following the others.

Paul said that I am convinced that no matter how many times Zeus blesses it, it's food and nothing is wrong with it. It won't honk God off at you or diminish his authoritative power in your life. Zeus is just a Marvel comic made up guy anyway. (Rom 14:14)

Paul went on to say though that to eat it knowing it ruins the faith of your brother, is bad, bad, bad. Don't do that. Don't destroy him with Zeus food, because Christ died for him.

Let not your good (Faith in being able to eat anything knowing it's prayed over and sanctified by the Word, and idols have no power regardless) become evil.

Romans 14:17
For the authoritative Power of Our God is not in food and drink, like those think their food is sacrificed to idols. Our strength is righteousness, Joy, and the Holy Ghost. Not in food, as it seems to those that worship false Zeus gods.

Rom 14:20 For meat destroy not the work of God. All things indeed are pure; but it is evil for that man who eateth with offence.

Eating that meat sacrificed to idols does not destroy the power and work of God in your life, all things are pure, sacrificed to Zeus or not, unless someone eats offending their conscience.

Blessings.

 

[eddif]

Eating Zeus rolls? Now there is an interesting subject.

The Jewish person would have to conquer the non kosher thoughts before he could eat the rolls. They would have to bless the rolls to eat them. God would see his faith.

The Gentile would confess his past sins and refrain from eating the rolls. God would understand his weakness and accept his faith.

The former Jewish idol worshiper would need a lot of faith to deal with who he was. Grace would abound.

Satan would encourage the eating of Zeus rolls based on: smell, taste, looks (lust of the flesh). He would not want you to consider the religious aspect of eating the rolls, but just look at rolls ( thus Satan wants to void faith).

In Christ, the relationship with our brothers far outweighs eating rolls. An (in your face attitude) is to be avoided. With the right spirit, the middle wall remains broken down, and fellowship abounds.

The gluten intolerant person applies his faith toward healing, and tries to avoid mental thoughts that will give an adverse reaction ( thus seeing all things work toward good). Food allergies use avoidance. Some conversations need the use of avoidance.

eddif

 

[Malachi]

what exactly is the commandents to isreal now?

See Acts 3:19, but for context read Acts 3:12-26. It is truly amazing that Israel (by and large) rejected their Messiah again and again, and everywhere that Paul went the Jews hated the Gospel. Read the book of Acts.

After God judged Israel in 70 AD they became even more entrenched in hating the Gospel, and the Talmud became their Bible. Today, the majority of Jews still hate the Gospel (as do the Muslims), and it is only by God's grace that some are saved.

 

[eddif]

Isaiah 19:24
In that day shall Israel be the third with Egypt and with Assyria, even a blessing in the midst of the land:
Isaiah 19:25
Whom the LORD of hosts shall bless, saying, Blessed be Egypt my people, and Assyria the work of my hands, and Israel mine inheritance.

eddif