19. Finding the Kingdom of God Now, Through Jesus and His Words (2004)

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Jan 20, 2025

Explore the essence of finding the Kingdom of God in daily life through a relationship with Jesus. Discover the transformative power of obedience and the importance of genuine discipleship over mere religious practice. Delve into the distinction between authentic Christ-like behavior and legalism, focusing on compassion and internal change. Learn how the teachings of Jesus serve as a guide for living fully in the present reality of the Kingdom. Navigate the challenges of engaging with Christian community and embodying true righteousness.

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INSIGHT

God's Sufficiency

Focus on God's sufficiency through Jesus.
This sufficiency is the core of our experience and what we offer others.

ADVICE

Obedience and Spiritual Knowledge

Practice obedience as a pathway to spiritual knowledge.
Aim to become the kind of person who naturally does what Jesus taught, not just perform the actions.

INSIGHT

Life in the Kingdom

The teachings of Jesus should not be misinterpreted as mere legalisms.
Instead, view them as a holistic picture of a life lived in the Kingdom of God.

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Finding the Kingdom of God Now, Through Jesus and His Words

Baylor University and Truitt Seminary Church Staff Retreat

Retreat Theme: For Such a Time as This

February 23-24, 2004

Overheads:

Obedience is the organ of knowledge in the spiritual life.
“If you then be risen with Christ, seek those things that are above where Christ sits on the right hand of the Father. Set your affections on things above, not on things on the earth, for you are dead, and your life is hid with Christ and God. When Christ who is our life shall appear with him, glorious.” Colossians 3:1-4 (slightly paraphrased)
Does the gospel I preach have a natural tendency to produce disciples as distinguished from consumers of religious goods and services?
The Great Commission:
“I have been given say over everything in heaven and on earth. So, as you go, make disciples of all kinds of people, gather them in trinitarian reality, and teach them in such a way that they do all things I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you every moment, until the job is done.” Matt. 28:18-20 (Willard paraphrase)
Who is an Apprentice of Jesus?
As Jesus’ apprentice (disciple, student), I am learning from him how to lead my life in the Kingdom of God as he would lead my life if he were I.

The Heart That Jesus Gives Us—Seen in the Sermon on the Mount

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