Characteristics Of The Kingdom Of God

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The Kingdom of God may be broadly defined as, an entity with both physical, Spiritual, global, earthly, and heavenly influence. As Systematic Theologians would argue, “the kingdom of God may be seen as a domain or a state whereas the Church is seen as a called out people “according to Bible.org (bible.org; new advent.org), God dwells in heaven which is his throne, It is said in Isaiah that, “Heaven is my throne and the earth is my footstool...” (Isaiah 66:1)The Psalmist says, “The Lord has established his throne in heaven, and his kingdom rules over all (Psalms 103:19). God as the king or ruler is everywhere and is with everyone as Catholic Encyclopedia states (new advent.org).
There are many thoughts that occupy one’s mind in view of the Kingdom of God: its tenets, scope, domain, structure, sphere, and all that it entails. This may be a complex subject that may need a multifaceted approach to fathom and understand. A believer in God may believe in many things and doctrines that constitute that faith statement. The Kingdom of God being an embodiment of what forms key Church doctrines; is an area or subject that needs careful search to decipher. Believers are fundamentally curious about the Kingdom of …show more content…

This gospel is known as, ‘the gospel of the kingdom.’ Jesus himself said to the disciples, “And as you go preach saying, ‘The kingdom of heaven is at hand” (Matthew10:7). Luke put it thus, “And heal the sick there and say to them, ’the kingdom of God has come near to you” (Luke 10:9). The doctrine of ‘divine health’ is to be witnessed when the kingdom comes. In Eden for instance, before the fall of man there was no sickness. According to ask.com, it should be appreciated that, “The resistance of mortals, whether powerful despots cannot stop the penetrative power of the kingdom,”

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