Continued from Jesus said My KINGDOM is not of THIS WORLD Part 1
Inheritance of the Kingdom
God's chosen and called CHILDREN are destined to inherit the Kingdom of Heaven, all for the Father's pleasure, delight, and glory.
John 1:14-18 "And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us, and we saw His glory, glory as of the only begotten from the Father, full of grace and truth. John *testified about Him and cried out, saying, “This was He of whom I said, ‘He who comes after me has a higher rank than I, for He existed before me.’ ” For of His fullness we have all received, and grace upon grace. For the Law was given through Moses; grace and truth were realized through Jesus Christ. No one has seen God at any time; the only begotten God who is in the bosom of the Father, He has explained Him."
This inheritance includes the promise of eternal life and fellowship with God, fully realized from the Fifth Dimension.
James 2:5: "Listen, my beloved brethren: did not God choose the poor of this world to be rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom which He promised to those who love Him?"
Living as Light
Followers of Christ are called to live as children of light, reflecting the glory and purity of CHRIST in the Fifth Dimension. This transformation is a foretaste of the eternal life and unity with God that awaits.
Ephesians 5:8: "For you were formerly darkness, but now you are Light in the Lord; walk as children of Light."
Eternal Fellowship and Worship
The ultimate fulfillment of God's plan is seen in the vision of the new Jerusalem, where BELIEVERS will dwell with God in eternal worship and fellowship, free from sin and death. This eternal city symbolizes the full restoration and access to the Fifth Dimension.
Revelation 3:12: "He who overcomes, I will make him a pillar in the temple of My God, and he will not go out from it anymore; and I will write on him the name of My God, and the name of the city of My God, the new Jerusalem, which comes down out of heaven from My God, and My new name."
God’s plan of redemption through Jesus Christ restores BELIEVERS' access to the Fifth Dimension, where WE can walk with God in GRACE, shining His light in eternal fellowship. This divine plan, prophesied throughout Scriptures, is being fulfilled through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus.
Hebrews 10:19-22: "Therefore, brothers and sisters, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way opened for us through the curtain, that is, his body, and since we have a great priest over the house of God, let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings, having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us from a guilty conscience and having our bodies washed with pure water."
As we live out our faith, we bring the realities of God’s Grace into our earthly realm, experiencing and sharing God’s love, while eagerly awaiting the complete fulfillment of His Kingdom.
The War in Heaven and Its Impact on Earth
The Bible reveals a cosmic battle that began in Heaven and has profound effects on Earth. This war in Heaven, where Michael and his angels fought against the dragon and his angels, symbolizes the ongoing spiritual warfare between good and evil.
Revelation 12:7: "And there was war in heaven, Michael and his angels waging war with the dragon. The dragon and his angels waged war,"
Satan, the deceiver, was cast down to Earth along with his fallen angels, leading to humanity's deception and fall from GRACE.
Revelation 12:9: "And the great dragon was thrown down, the serpent of old who is called the devil and Satan, who deceives the whole world; he was thrown down to the earth, and his angels were thrown down with him."
The Deception and Fall of Humanity
Humanity's fall from GRACE began with the deception in the Garden of Eden. The serpent, representing Satan, cunningly deceived Eve, leading her and Adam to disobey God by eating from the forbidden tree.
Genesis 3:1-7: “Now the serpent was more crafty than any beast of the field which the Lord God had made. And he said to the woman, “Indeed, has God said, ‘You shall not eat from any tree of the garden’?” The woman said to the serpent, “From the fruit of the trees of the garden we may eat; but from the fruit of the tree which is in the middle of the garden, God has said, ‘You shall not eat from it or touch it, or you will die.’ ” The serpent said to the woman, “You surely will not die! For God knows that in the day you eat from it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil.” When the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was desirable to make one wise, she took from its fruit and ate; and she gave also to her husband with her, and he ate. Then the eyes of both of them were opened, and they knew that they were naked; and they sewed fig leaves together and made themselves loin coverings.”
Adam’s act of disobedience resulted in immediate DISGRACE, spiritual death, entropy, separation from God, and the introduction of sin and its consequences into the world spread.The consequences of the fall included curses upon the serpent, increased pain in childbirth for women, toil and hardship for men, and ultimately, physical death.
Jesus' Victory Over Satan
Despite the fall, God had a redemptive plan in place. Through Jesus Christ, God initiated a plan of salvation, defeating Satan and restoring humanity’s potential for GRACE. Jesus' life, death, and resurrection signify the defeat of Satan and the redemption of humanity.
Revelation 20:2: "And he laid hold of the dragon, the serpent of old, who is the devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years."
Isaiah 14:12: "How you have fallen from heaven, O star of the morning, son of the dawn! You have been cut down to the earth, You who have weakened the nations!"
Ambassadors of GRACE: Our Role
As BELIEVERS in Jesus Christ, we are now ambassadors of GRACE, co-laboring with God to restore His Kingdom on Earth. We are called to spread the Gospel, live out our faith, and prepare for the triumphant return of King Jesus.
2 Corinthians 5:20: "Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making an appeal through us; we beg you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God."
The Armor of God: Our Protection
To prevail against the attacks of the evil one, BELIEVERS are equipped with the Armor of God.
James 4:7: "Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you."
This spiritual armor empowers us to stand firm in our faith and resist the devil’s schemes.
1 Peter 5:8-9: "Be of sober spirit, be on the alert. Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. But resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being accomplished by your brethren who are in the world."
Restoration and Hope
The ultimate goal of God's plan is the full restoration of His Kingdom, where humanity will once again walk with God in the fullness of His GRACE. This restoration will culminate in the return of Jesus Christ, who will establish His Kingdom on Earth and reign for a thousand years.
Revelation 21:2: "And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, made ready as a bride adorned for her husband."
The war in Heaven and the subsequent fall of humanity set the stage for God's redemptive plan through Jesus Christ. As BELIEVERS, we are called to be ambassadors of GRACE, equipped with the Armor of God to withstand spiritual attacks. Through Jesus' victory, we are part of the restoration of God's Kingdom, preparing for the day when we will walk with Him in eternal fellowship.
Understanding Hell and the Mission to Restore the Kingdom of Heaven on Earth
The Bible clearly describes the reality of Hell as the place of eternal punishment for Satan, his fallen angels, and all those who reject Jesus Christ. This understanding fuels our mission as followers of Jesus to spread the Gospel and join Him in the restoration of the Kingdom of Heaven on Earth.
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