Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life Jesus as King; God's Ultimate Plan
Sep 17, 2025
Explore the metaphor of God as a clockmaker, revealing how humanity's rebellion can lead to chaos. Discover how recognizing Jesus as King provides clarity in life's turmoil and highlights God's ultimate plan for restoration. Delve into the dual nature of Christ's kingship, where even suffering contributes to divine purpose. The podcast encourages trust in God's sovereignty, illustrated through biblical narratives and the parable of the prodigal son, emphasizing hope and grace as powerful responses to life's challenges.
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Christ's Kingship Explains History
- Tim Keller says the key answer to apparent historical chaos is the kingship of Christ.
- He explains this doctrine brings explanation and order to disordered life and history.
The Fallen Cog Metaphor
- Keller uses a clockmaker metaphor where humanity was the key cog meshing God and creation.
- Human rebellion dislodged that cog and set the universe into decay and disorder.
A Future Kingdom Of Restoration
- Paul proclaims God's ultimate plan is to bring all things together under Christ when times reach fulfillment.
- Keller says that future kingdom will heal and unite bodies, souls, and relationships under Christ's headship.
