The Theology of the Kingdom

The original intent of humanity was to have dominion over the earth- to rule and subdue (cf. Genesis 1:28). That authority was lost and given over to Satan when Adam and Eve disobeyed God in the Garden of Eden. Because of the fall, men and women lived under a curse while Satan became the prince of the world. The effects of both are easily observed as sickness, disease, broken relationships, warfare, poverty, and immorality have been rampant throughout human history.

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Jesus came and preached the gospel of the kingdom. He undid the works of the devil and commanded his disciples to do the same. His death on the cross was the ultimate victory over sin, death, and Satan's rule. Before his ascension into heaven, Jesus stated that all authority in heaven and earth has been given to him (cf. Matthew 28:18). The authority to rule that had originally been given to Adam and Eve, and lost to the devil, was finally restored back to Christ. The church is now to advance God's kingdom on earth through the authority (or in the name) of Jesus and the power of the Holy Spirit. We not only have the mandate, but also the authority, resources, and power to do the wonderful and miraculous things Jesus did. This is the basic idea of kingdom theology. May we be kingdom minded believers!

"For the kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power." I Corinthians 4:20