Though my father and mother forsake me the Lord will receive me. Psalm 27:10
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that loss is a part of our journey in this world. We live in a world where change is inevitable. We usually do not have control over the circumstances of our lives and death, divorce, goodbye and loss become our companions at times. This is the time for us to remember that our trust and hope should always be in the Lord.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are confident that in the midst of loss and tears our King will always be with us. He promises to never leave us or ever let us go. He carries us close to his heart. How could he ever forget about us!
Sunday, November 29, 2015
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Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 24
You asked, ‘Who is this that obscures my plans without knowledge?’ Surely I spoke of things I did not understand, things too wonderful for me to know. Job 42:3
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that there will always be things about God that we will never understand. This knowledge is actually what builds our faith and trust. We must always know who we are in comparison to God. When we know that we were created by an omniscient God with omnipotent power who holds all things in his hands, who has control of the universe, who has an eternal purpose for all things, who cares about us personally and who loves us inspite of our failings, the only words that come to mind are the words of Job - things too wonderful for us to know; things we do not understand.
Let us gratefully meditate on God's wonderful attributes today.
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that there will always be things about God that we will never understand. This knowledge is actually what builds our faith and trust. We must always know who we are in comparison to God. When we know that we were created by an omniscient God with omnipotent power who holds all things in his hands, who has control of the universe, who has an eternal purpose for all things, who cares about us personally and who loves us inspite of our failings, the only words that come to mind are the words of Job - things too wonderful for us to know; things we do not understand.
Let us gratefully meditate on God's wonderful attributes today.
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 23
Then Job replied to the Lord : “I know that you can do all things; no purpose of yours can be thwarted. Job 42:1-2
Citizens of the New Kingdom are privileged people who have the unique opportunity to be in a personal relationship with the Almighty God of the universe. The story of Job shows clearly the loving relationship between the Sovereign King and his servant Job. Job could not see all that was happening behind the scenes and he had his own perspectives, influenced by his beliefs and the beliefs his friends, but when it became clear that he was wrong to question God's purpose and sovereignty - Job repented and God blessed him abundantly.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to be humble before the King and acknowledge the words of Job, 'I know that you can do all things; no purpose of yours can be thwarted.' Do not allow the doubts of others to cause you to question God's goodness and purpose for your life.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are privileged people who have the unique opportunity to be in a personal relationship with the Almighty God of the universe. The story of Job shows clearly the loving relationship between the Sovereign King and his servant Job. Job could not see all that was happening behind the scenes and he had his own perspectives, influenced by his beliefs and the beliefs his friends, but when it became clear that he was wrong to question God's purpose and sovereignty - Job repented and God blessed him abundantly.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to be humble before the King and acknowledge the words of Job, 'I know that you can do all things; no purpose of yours can be thwarted.' Do not allow the doubts of others to cause you to question God's goodness and purpose for your life.
Sunday, November 22, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 22
Then Job answered the Lord : “I am unworthy—how can I reply to you? I put my hand over my mouth. Job 40:3-4
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to follow Job's example when we realize that we have fallen into sin. Instead of making excuses, blaming others and blaming God for not being fair we need to cover our mouths and acknowledge our unworthiness before God.
Citizens of the New Kingdom should be like the tax collector in the story that Jesus told about attitudes in prayer. The Pharisee was very boastful about how righteous he was, even thanking God that he was not like the tax collector beside him. The tax collector, on the other hand bowed his head, beat his breast and pleaded with God for mercy. King Jesus approved of the tax collector's approach before God.
May we recognize our unworthiness and acknowledge that without King Jesus we cannot stand before God. He is not impressed with our boasting about how good we think we are.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to follow Job's example when we realize that we have fallen into sin. Instead of making excuses, blaming others and blaming God for not being fair we need to cover our mouths and acknowledge our unworthiness before God.
Citizens of the New Kingdom should be like the tax collector in the story that Jesus told about attitudes in prayer. The Pharisee was very boastful about how righteous he was, even thanking God that he was not like the tax collector beside him. The tax collector, on the other hand bowed his head, beat his breast and pleaded with God for mercy. King Jesus approved of the tax collector's approach before God.
May we recognize our unworthiness and acknowledge that without King Jesus we cannot stand before God. He is not impressed with our boasting about how good we think we are.
Saturday, November 21, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 21
The Lord said to Job: “Will the one who contends with the Almighty correct him? Let him who accuses God answer him!” Job 40:1-2
Citizens of the New Kingdom are in awe of the sovereignty, majesty and awesome power of the Almighty God. When we meditate on the eternal attributes of our King and we see the true condition of our sinful hearts we humbly bow before him. Pride has no place in the lives of believers.
Condemning and judging others can only truly be done by King Jesus because when we condemn others we are also condemning ourselves. The Apostle Paul warns us to take heed when we think we are standing strong because that is when it is easiest for us to fall.
Let us not be tempted to contend and accuse the Almighty God today.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are in awe of the sovereignty, majesty and awesome power of the Almighty God. When we meditate on the eternal attributes of our King and we see the true condition of our sinful hearts we humbly bow before him. Pride has no place in the lives of believers.
Condemning and judging others can only truly be done by King Jesus because when we condemn others we are also condemning ourselves. The Apostle Paul warns us to take heed when we think we are standing strong because that is when it is easiest for us to fall.
Let us not be tempted to contend and accuse the Almighty God today.
Friday, November 20, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 20
From one man he made all the nations, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he marked out their appointed times in history and the boundaries of their lands. Acts 17:26
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that all nations of the earth came from one man. We believe that we were designed and created by our God and King. He made us to inhabit the whole earth. He knows where we live. We live, move and breathe in the environment of God.
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that it is only a matter of time for scientists to catch up with knowledge that we have always known and accepted about our Creator. Bill Nye, the science guy wrote recently, 'There really is for humankind no such thing as race. There's different tribes but not different races. We're all one species'. This is the same truth that the Apostle Paul presented to to the philosophers of Athens almost 2000 years ago.
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that all nations of the earth came from one man. We believe that we were designed and created by our God and King. He made us to inhabit the whole earth. He knows where we live. We live, move and breathe in the environment of God.
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that it is only a matter of time for scientists to catch up with knowledge that we have always known and accepted about our Creator. Bill Nye, the science guy wrote recently, 'There really is for humankind no such thing as race. There's different tribes but not different races. We're all one species'. This is the same truth that the Apostle Paul presented to to the philosophers of Athens almost 2000 years ago.
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 19
“Where were you when I laid the earth’s foundation? Tell me, if you understand. Job 38:4
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that God's patience for mankind will run out one day. He told his servant Noah long ago, 'my Spirit will not always contend with men'. We read in Revelation that the cup of his wrath is filling up and one day it will be poured out on the earth. Citizens of the earth will have no answer to the Creator when he asks, ' where were you when I laid the earth's foundation?'
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that God always knows the answers to his questions. God knew that Adam and Eve were hiding after they disobeyed his instructions but he asked them, ' Where were you?'
When our King asks a question to which he knows the answer we can always be certain that we will be held accountable for our actions.
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that God's patience for mankind will run out one day. He told his servant Noah long ago, 'my Spirit will not always contend with men'. We read in Revelation that the cup of his wrath is filling up and one day it will be poured out on the earth. Citizens of the earth will have no answer to the Creator when he asks, ' where were you when I laid the earth's foundation?'
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that God always knows the answers to his questions. God knew that Adam and Eve were hiding after they disobeyed his instructions but he asked them, ' Where were you?'
When our King asks a question to which he knows the answer we can always be certain that we will be held accountable for our actions.
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 18
Brace yourself like a man; I will question you, and you shall answer me. Job 38:3
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to be humble before our King. The one character trait he will always rebuke is pride. When we think that we know what is best for us and forget that we are his servants; forget that we are to seek his will and that we should bring him glory he will get our attention.
Citizens of the New Kingdom see evidence of God in our lives daily. We wake up in the morning because of his providence. As we look around us we see his hand in creation and we see his blessings in our lives and in the lives of our families and friends.
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that we need to acknowledge God's sovereignty and his ownership of our lives. Our King loves us too much to allow us to wander too far away from him. He will do whatever it takes to bring us back into fellowship with him even if we have to answer hard questions.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to be humble before our King. The one character trait he will always rebuke is pride. When we think that we know what is best for us and forget that we are his servants; forget that we are to seek his will and that we should bring him glory he will get our attention.
Citizens of the New Kingdom see evidence of God in our lives daily. We wake up in the morning because of his providence. As we look around us we see his hand in creation and we see his blessings in our lives and in the lives of our families and friends.
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that we need to acknowledge God's sovereignty and his ownership of our lives. Our King loves us too much to allow us to wander too far away from him. He will do whatever it takes to bring us back into fellowship with him even if we have to answer hard questions.
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 17
'Who is this that obscures my plans with words without knowledge? Job 38:2
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that a mature relationship with our King means that he will ask us hard questions not because he does not know the answers but because he wants us to be honest before him.
Citizens of the New Kingdom may be guilty of thinking we know God's plans for our lives and when things are not falling into place like we know they should, we get a little upset at God. We remind God of the blessings we should be getting from him not realizing that what we thought we knew may not have been his plans for our lives.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to meditate on the Scriptures and allow the Holy Spirit to show us what God's plans are for our lives even if they do not fit with what we thought his plans were.
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that a mature relationship with our King means that he will ask us hard questions not because he does not know the answers but because he wants us to be honest before him.
Citizens of the New Kingdom may be guilty of thinking we know God's plans for our lives and when things are not falling into place like we know they should, we get a little upset at God. We remind God of the blessings we should be getting from him not realizing that what we thought we knew may not have been his plans for our lives.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to meditate on the Scriptures and allow the Holy Spirit to show us what God's plans are for our lives even if they do not fit with what we thought his plans were.
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 16
Then the Lord spoke to Job out of the storm. He said:... Job 38:1
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that God will speak out of the storms in our lives. We may have been praying and pleading to hear his voice; we may have asked for answers; we asked 'why?' we asked 'how long?' and all we hear is silence.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to be confident in our King. His silence does not mean he has given up on his children, forgotten us or too busy to help us. Storms have a purpose in our lives even if it is only to teach us to wait patiently for our King.
Citizens of the New Kingdom can be confident that our trust in our God and King will never be in vain. His purpose is being fulfilled in our lives everyday even when we think that he is silent.
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that God will speak out of the storms in our lives. We may have been praying and pleading to hear his voice; we may have asked for answers; we asked 'why?' we asked 'how long?' and all we hear is silence.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to be confident in our King. His silence does not mean he has given up on his children, forgotten us or too busy to help us. Storms have a purpose in our lives even if it is only to teach us to wait patiently for our King.
Citizens of the New Kingdom can be confident that our trust in our God and King will never be in vain. His purpose is being fulfilled in our lives everyday even when we think that he is silent.
Sunday, November 15, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 15
We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time. Romans 8:22
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that the choice made in the Garden of Eden in the beginning of creation has lasting consequences. We are still suffering today from the choice that was made. God warned the first couple that disobedience to his word would result in death. They chose death over life and death has touched every single aspect of creation on every level. Many people do not believe in the Genesis account of creation and that is a personal choice but they cannot argue with the dire consequences that have affected their lives too. 'Thou shalt surely die!' was the warning and every day we deal with death.
Citizens of the New Kingdom have hope that one day everything will be made new because death will be no more. King Jesus conquered death and we are confident that a day is coming when we will never deal with the consequences of death again.
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that the choice made in the Garden of Eden in the beginning of creation has lasting consequences. We are still suffering today from the choice that was made. God warned the first couple that disobedience to his word would result in death. They chose death over life and death has touched every single aspect of creation on every level. Many people do not believe in the Genesis account of creation and that is a personal choice but they cannot argue with the dire consequences that have affected their lives too. 'Thou shalt surely die!' was the warning and every day we deal with death.
Citizens of the New Kingdom have hope that one day everything will be made new because death will be no more. King Jesus conquered death and we are confident that a day is coming when we will never deal with the consequences of death again.
Saturday, November 14, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 14
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth be silent before him. Habakkuk 2:20
Citizens of the New Kingdom do not have the answer when acts of terror rock the earth. We do not know why babies are being hurt; children are being killed; seniors are being abused and people suffer horrible destruction by the hands of other human beings. We heart-wrenchingly turn our heads towards heaven and ask our King not WHY but HOW LONG; How long will these things keep happening?
Citizens of the New Kingdom remember the agonizing Friday when King Jesus was nailed to a cross by Roman soldiers after being rejected by his own people. Believers at that time turned their heads towards heaven and asked 'how could this have happened? We thought he was the hope of Israel.'
Citizens of the New Kingdom can proclaim today as we look in horror on the evil deeds of men, 'The Lord is in his holy temple; we will wait on our King'. We are confident that our King, in his perfect time, will pour out his wrath and take vengeance on his enemies. We know he can because he proved his power 2000 years ago when he walked out of a sealed tomb one Sunday morning.
Citizens of the New Kingdom do not have the answer when acts of terror rock the earth. We do not know why babies are being hurt; children are being killed; seniors are being abused and people suffer horrible destruction by the hands of other human beings. We heart-wrenchingly turn our heads towards heaven and ask our King not WHY but HOW LONG; How long will these things keep happening?
Citizens of the New Kingdom remember the agonizing Friday when King Jesus was nailed to a cross by Roman soldiers after being rejected by his own people. Believers at that time turned their heads towards heaven and asked 'how could this have happened? We thought he was the hope of Israel.'
Citizens of the New Kingdom can proclaim today as we look in horror on the evil deeds of men, 'The Lord is in his holy temple; we will wait on our King'. We are confident that our King, in his perfect time, will pour out his wrath and take vengeance on his enemies. We know he can because he proved his power 2000 years ago when he walked out of a sealed tomb one Sunday morning.
Friday, November 13, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 13
Wealth and honor come from you; you are the ruler of all things. In your hands are strength and power to exalt and give strength to all. Now, our God, we give you thanks, and praise your glorious name. 1 Chronicles 29:12-13
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that Our God is personally involve in the lives of his citizens. He gives good gifts to his children as our needs may be. He is the ruler of all things and distributes wealth and honor as he decides. He raises up leaders for his purpose. He has the power and the ability to give us strength.
Citizens of the New Kingdom serve a King who is fully capable of doing anything he pleases. The universe awaits his every command. How humble we should be as we reflect on the attributes of our God. This mighty and infinite God loves 'me'.
Now, our God, we give you thanks, and praise your glorious name!
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that Our God is personally involve in the lives of his citizens. He gives good gifts to his children as our needs may be. He is the ruler of all things and distributes wealth and honor as he decides. He raises up leaders for his purpose. He has the power and the ability to give us strength.
Citizens of the New Kingdom serve a King who is fully capable of doing anything he pleases. The universe awaits his every command. How humble we should be as we reflect on the attributes of our God. This mighty and infinite God loves 'me'.
Now, our God, we give you thanks, and praise your glorious name!
Thursday, November 12, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 12
Yours, Lord , is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours. Yours, Lord , is the kingdom; you are exalted as head over all. 1 Chronicles 29:11
Citizens of the New Kingdom praise the Lord with thanksgiving as we meditate on his greatness. His greatness is seen in the splendor and beauty of the heavens and the earth. We may take for granted the majesty and glory of our God at times but his majestic glory will break through in our hearts as we meditate on who he really is and we can't help but exalt him as Creator and King.
Citizens of the New Kingdom read the words of King David and we join with him in proclaiming, 'Yours Lord is the kingdom; you are exalted as head over all.' Our King created the heavens and the earth and we humbly bow before him.
Citizens of the New Kingdom praise the Lord with thanksgiving as we meditate on his greatness. His greatness is seen in the splendor and beauty of the heavens and the earth. We may take for granted the majesty and glory of our God at times but his majestic glory will break through in our hearts as we meditate on who he really is and we can't help but exalt him as Creator and King.
Citizens of the New Kingdom read the words of King David and we join with him in proclaiming, 'Yours Lord is the kingdom; you are exalted as head over all.' Our King created the heavens and the earth and we humbly bow before him.
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 11
With God we will gain the victory, and he will trample down our enemies. Psalm 108:13
Citizens of the New Kingdom are confident of the victory because our God and King is in charge of the battle. We know that he will prevail; his purpose will be fulfilled. Wars are inevitable in our human experience but victory is always assured as we allow our King to lead.
Citizens of the New Kingdom have thankful hearts knowing that all our enemies will be conquered. As we reflect on the many battles that have been fought in this world since time began we lift our hearts in thanksgiving for the confidence that we can have in our King's masterplan. Although we may never know the reasons why there are such atrocities in war, we have to believe that good will conquer in the end and we will continue to proclaim, 'The battle is the Lord's'!
Citizens of the New Kingdom are confident of the victory because our God and King is in charge of the battle. We know that he will prevail; his purpose will be fulfilled. Wars are inevitable in our human experience but victory is always assured as we allow our King to lead.
Citizens of the New Kingdom have thankful hearts knowing that all our enemies will be conquered. As we reflect on the many battles that have been fought in this world since time began we lift our hearts in thanksgiving for the confidence that we can have in our King's masterplan. Although we may never know the reasons why there are such atrocities in war, we have to believe that good will conquer in the end and we will continue to proclaim, 'The battle is the Lord's'!
Tuesday, November 10, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 10
For great is your love, higher than the heavens; your faithfulness reaches to the skies. Psalm 108:4
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to meditate on the greatness of the King's love. He loves us continually even when we are not aware of him. He always have us in mind as he arranges the circumstances of our lives. We may not understand the reason we go through storms in this life but if we accept his sovereign love we will be victorious as we surrender to his will and our faith will be strengthened.
Citizens of the New Kingdom serve a sovereign King who has a plan for this world that is far beyond any finite understanding. Our King is eternal; he is the creator of time so he is above and outside of time; he is omnipotent, omnipresent, omniscient; he is the source of all light, life and love. When we meditate on his eternal attributes, the only response we have is thanksgiving and praise!
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to meditate on the greatness of the King's love. He loves us continually even when we are not aware of him. He always have us in mind as he arranges the circumstances of our lives. We may not understand the reason we go through storms in this life but if we accept his sovereign love we will be victorious as we surrender to his will and our faith will be strengthened.
Citizens of the New Kingdom serve a sovereign King who has a plan for this world that is far beyond any finite understanding. Our King is eternal; he is the creator of time so he is above and outside of time; he is omnipotent, omnipresent, omniscient; he is the source of all light, life and love. When we meditate on his eternal attributes, the only response we have is thanksgiving and praise!
Monday, November 9, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 9
My heart, O God, is steadfast; I will sing and make music with all my soul. Psalm 108:1
Citizens of the New Kingdom praise God with hearts that have no doubts about who He is. Our King is the Creator of the universe; he made everything that every telescope and every satellite can see. He made the things that we can't see. Our King is the One and Only God. He has no equal. We praise our God and King with steadfast hearts!
Citizens of the New Kingdom praise God with music from their souls. It doesn't matter if we can't carry a tune, our souls have the perfect melody and harmony as we sing to our King. We praise God with all our souls. We do not share our soul-felt praise with anyone else but our King.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are filled with thanksgiving in their souls as they give King Jesus all their praise!
Citizens of the New Kingdom praise God with hearts that have no doubts about who He is. Our King is the Creator of the universe; he made everything that every telescope and every satellite can see. He made the things that we can't see. Our King is the One and Only God. He has no equal. We praise our God and King with steadfast hearts!
Citizens of the New Kingdom praise God with music from their souls. It doesn't matter if we can't carry a tune, our souls have the perfect melody and harmony as we sing to our King. We praise God with all our souls. We do not share our soul-felt praise with anyone else but our King.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are filled with thanksgiving in their souls as they give King Jesus all their praise!
Sunday, November 8, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 8
But he lifted the needy out of their affliction and increased their families like flocks. Psalm 107:41
Citizens of the New Kingdom are confident that our King has compassion on those who are in need. He does not turn away from us when we are suffering from the consequences of our own sinful actions. He loves us inspite of our poor judgment and choices and he lovingly removes our affliction as he forgives.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to give thanks to the King for his continuous provision for his children. We can never drift so far away from our God that he cannot rescue us and bring us back into his fold. King Jesus watches over us like a Shepherd taking care of his flock.
Let us thank our King for his unfailing love and forgiveness!
Citizens of the New Kingdom are confident that our King has compassion on those who are in need. He does not turn away from us when we are suffering from the consequences of our own sinful actions. He loves us inspite of our poor judgment and choices and he lovingly removes our affliction as he forgives.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to give thanks to the King for his continuous provision for his children. We can never drift so far away from our God that he cannot rescue us and bring us back into his fold. King Jesus watches over us like a Shepherd taking care of his flock.
Let us thank our King for his unfailing love and forgiveness!
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 7
Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he saved them from their distress. Psalm 107:19
Citizens of the New Kingdom can always thank the King for delivering us from our many troubles and distress. We do not lose hope even when situations seem hopeless and impossible. We have a God who specializes in impossible situations and take great joy in delivering his people.
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that King Jesus hears our every prayer and he sees our every circumstance. In Exodus 2: 24-25 we read. .. The Israelites groaned in their slavery and cried out, ....God heard their groaning.... God looked on the Israelites and was concerned about them. He prepared his servant Moses to lead them out of Egypt.
Let us be thankful to the Lord as we watch him deliver us from our troubles and distress.
Citizens of the New Kingdom can always thank the King for delivering us from our many troubles and distress. We do not lose hope even when situations seem hopeless and impossible. We have a God who specializes in impossible situations and take great joy in delivering his people.
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that King Jesus hears our every prayer and he sees our every circumstance. In Exodus 2: 24-25 we read. .. The Israelites groaned in their slavery and cried out, ....God heard their groaning.... God looked on the Israelites and was concerned about them. He prepared his servant Moses to lead them out of Egypt.
Let us be thankful to the Lord as we watch him deliver us from our troubles and distress.
Friday, November 6, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 6
Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind, for he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things. Psalm 107:8-9
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love. When we look around and listen to unbelievers confidently proclaim that there is no God our hearts are filled with sadness and compassion for them. They are unable to see and acknowledge the unfailing love of the God and King of the universe. They have no one to thank for all the wonderful things that happen on this earth, the breathtaking views, the near misses of asteroids and natural disasters. They have no one to thank for the good things in their lives.
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that Our God and King is in control and he is personally involved in our lives. We are confident of our King's protection and we know that he is the one who satisfies and brings good things into our lives.
Citizens of the New Kingdom cannot help but give thanks to the King!
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love. When we look around and listen to unbelievers confidently proclaim that there is no God our hearts are filled with sadness and compassion for them. They are unable to see and acknowledge the unfailing love of the God and King of the universe. They have no one to thank for all the wonderful things that happen on this earth, the breathtaking views, the near misses of asteroids and natural disasters. They have no one to thank for the good things in their lives.
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that Our God and King is in control and he is personally involved in our lives. We are confident of our King's protection and we know that he is the one who satisfies and brings good things into our lives.
Citizens of the New Kingdom cannot help but give thanks to the King!
Thursday, November 5, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 5
Give thanks to the Lord , for he is good; his love endures forever. Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story— those he redeemed from the hand of the foe, those he gathered from the lands, from east and west, from north and south. Psalm 107:1-3
Citizens of the New Kingdom are called to tell the story. We have been redeemed and we rejoice in the blessings of our King. In our joy we cannot keep silent, we must proclaim the goodness of the Lord.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are a grateful people. We give thanks to the Lord always. We know that our very existence is a gift from him and we acknowledge this gift with thanksgiving from a grateful heart. We are passionate about our King. We know that he is good and that his love endures forever. We share our joy with others!
Citizens of the New Kingdom are called to tell the story. We have been redeemed and we rejoice in the blessings of our King. In our joy we cannot keep silent, we must proclaim the goodness of the Lord.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are a grateful people. We give thanks to the Lord always. We know that our very existence is a gift from him and we acknowledge this gift with thanksgiving from a grateful heart. We are passionate about our King. We know that he is good and that his love endures forever. We share our joy with others!
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 4
Let this be written for a future generation, that a people not yet created may praise the Lord : “The Lord looked down from his sanctuary on high, from heaven he viewed the earth, to hear the groans of the prisoners and release those condemned to death.” Psalm 102:18-20
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to know that throughout history faith in God has always bring encouragement to suffering people. The Psalmist, as he struggled with physical and mental anguish, would not give in to despair but proclaimed that people not yet created will know God's goodness.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to read the words of Scripture and know that God's Word endures forever. We are blessed as we hold on to a God who never changes but always has compassion on suffering people. Our struggles and trials may seem to go on forever but our King is true to his word and will deliver as he has done throughout history.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to know that throughout history faith in God has always bring encouragement to suffering people. The Psalmist, as he struggled with physical and mental anguish, would not give in to despair but proclaimed that people not yet created will know God's goodness.
Citizens of the New Kingdom are encouraged to read the words of Scripture and know that God's Word endures forever. We are blessed as we hold on to a God who never changes but always has compassion on suffering people. Our struggles and trials may seem to go on forever but our King is true to his word and will deliver as he has done throughout history.
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 3
For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope. Romans 15:4
Citizens of the New Kingdom find comfort and strength in the words of Scripture. We read about the struggles of God's people throughout the ages and realize that they were just like us, trying to please God as they lived in a world that was not always welcoming.
Citizens of the New Kingdom receive great encouragement as we read about God's deliverance of his people time and time again. We know that our God does not change. He is still protecting and delivering his people today.
Let us enjoy the blessings of our King today!
Citizens of the New Kingdom find comfort and strength in the words of Scripture. We read about the struggles of God's people throughout the ages and realize that they were just like us, trying to please God as they lived in a world that was not always welcoming.
Citizens of the New Kingdom receive great encouragement as we read about God's deliverance of his people time and time again. We know that our God does not change. He is still protecting and delivering his people today.
Let us enjoy the blessings of our King today!
Monday, November 2, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 2
“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it. Matthew 13:45-46
Citizens of the New Kingdom know that we have found the pearl of great value when we accepted King Jesus' invitation to become citizens of his New Kingdom.
Citizens of the New Kingdom, like the man in the parable, know that nothing in this world is greater than eternal life and fellowship with King Jesus forever. There is nothing that we would not give up, no place that we would not go or no person that we would not forgive if that is what it takes to attain the pearl of great value. The pearl of great value according to the parable is becoming a citizen of the Kingdom of Heaven.
The rich young ruler in Luke 18 did not recognize the pearl of great value when he walked away from following Jesus. The question is, 'Am I willing to give up everything for the pearl of great value?'
The rich young ruler in Luke 18 did not recognize the pearl of great value when he walked away from following Jesus. The question is, 'Am I willing to give up everything for the pearl of great value?'
Sunday, November 1, 2015
Citizens Of The New Kingdom - November 1
My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one. They are not of the world, even as I am not of it. John 17:15-16
Citizens of the New Kingdom have confidence in the love of King Jesus. His last thoughts were on his followers as he prepared for his painful, torturous death. Our King knew that his citizens have to live in this world and he knew that the world would not treat us kindly. His prayer was for us, his citizens, for our protection from the evil one.
King Jesus affirmed that when we become citizens of the New Kingdom - we are called out of this world. We now have a spiritual DNA that makes us desire the things of God and not the things of this world and as we continue to follow our King we become more and more like him. We are not of this world even as he was not of this world.
Citizens of the New Kingdom have confidence in the love of King Jesus. His last thoughts were on his followers as he prepared for his painful, torturous death. Our King knew that his citizens have to live in this world and he knew that the world would not treat us kindly. His prayer was for us, his citizens, for our protection from the evil one.
King Jesus affirmed that when we become citizens of the New Kingdom - we are called out of this world. We now have a spiritual DNA that makes us desire the things of God and not the things of this world and as we continue to follow our King we become more and more like him. We are not of this world even as he was not of this world.
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