1 - Thy Kingdom Come - Kingdom Culture

Welcome to Fountain of Love Christian Center with pastor Jaren C. O'Neil.
Emphasis on the transformative power of God through hearing and applying His word.
This session is termed "prophetic zone."

Acknowledgment of guest ministers, but focus remains solely on Jesus.
Mention of a song called "Let Your Glory Settle Here" referring to signs and wonders.

Key Idea: Signs and wonders are prerequisites to the preaching of the word.
Scripture basis: "Signs and wonders shall follow the preaching of the word."
Faith is necessary for signs and wonders, which comes through hearing the word of God.
Argument against wanting signs without the foundation of the word.

Reference to Matthew 6:8; Jesus teaching on prayer and not to emulate the Pharisees.
Instruction to pray in a certain manner, starting with praise (Matthew 6:9-13).
Emphasis on the priority of God's kingdom over personal needs or requests.

Direct quote from Matthew 6:25 and Matthew 6:33, where Jesus speaks against worry and instructs to seek first the Kingdom of God.
Discussion on the misunderstanding of the Kingdom of God by many believers.

Introduction of the scriptural shift brought forth by John the Baptist regarding the Kingdom of God.
Emphasis on the lack of preaching regarding the Kingdom of God leading to broad misunderstanding among believers.
Key Point: The distinction between the kingdom of God (inner realm) and the kingdom of heaven (outer realm).

Matthew 11:11-12 indicates an urgency in understanding and pressing into the Kingdom due to spiritual warfare.
Definition presented: Kingdom is politically organized and ruled by a monarch (king/queen).
Explanation of how kingdoms are established through conflict (war).

Kingdom of God:
- Territory is mankind, focusing on spiritual rule over hearts.
- Established at Jesus’ first coming, where God rules the hearts of believers.
- Key verse: Romans 14:17 indicates qualities like righteousness, peace, and joy within the spirit.
Kingdom of Heaven:
- Territory encompasses the world and its nations.
- To be fully realized at Jesus’ second coming, where He will physically reign from Jerusalem.
- Revelation mentions a New Jerusalem coming down from heaven.

Explanation of Revelations 21, the coming New Heaven and New Earth, where former sorrows are removed.
A vivid description of the conditions and characteristics of life in this new era with no sorrow or pain.

The keys to the Kingdom of Heaven empower believers to forgive sins, echoing the power given to the disciples.
Call to evangelism focusing on delivering the message: "Your sins are forgiven."
Encouragement to approach ministry from the perspective of sharing God's grace and forgiveness rather than condemnation.

Call to action for congregants to proclaim forgiveness and grace rather than judgment, reinforcing the power of Christ's love.
Highlighting the role of the church as the gateway to the kingdom, needing to teach and embody kingdom principles.

Invitation to receive Jesus Christ as Savior.
Encouragement to attend Fountain of Love Christian Center for continued spiritual growth.
Final reminders of God's provision and love for His people, promising that everything is found in the fountain.