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John 18:36
Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not of this world. If My kingdom were of this world, My servants would fight, so that I should not be delivered to the Jews; but now My kingdom is not from here.”
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John 17:16
They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world.
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Colossians 1:13
He has delivered us from the power of darkness and conveyed us into the kingdom of the Son of His love,
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Philippians 3:20
For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ,
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1 Peter 2:9
But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light;
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2 Corinthians 5:20
Now then, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ's behalf, be reconciled to God.
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John 17:15
I do not pray that You should take them out of the world, but that You should keep them from the evil one.
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Resources
Why Such Confusion About the Kingdom of God?
Sermonette by Craig SablichIn Matthew 6:33, Jesus states that seeking His Kingdom is our primary goal. Most Christian organizations have no concept of what the Kingdom of God is.
How Much Do You Value the Kingdom of God?
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsJesus Christ, as the epitome of the true martyr, lived and died for His Kingdom, proclaiming a government not of this world's system. When Pilate questioned Him about His kingship, as recorded in John 18:36, Christ declared, "My Kingdom is not of this world," indicating that His Kingdom does not belong to the societal structures …
God Works in Mysterious Ways (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughJesus states that He is from above and not of this world, while those who oppose Him are from beneath and of this world. This distinction produces division among the people, as some seek to seize Him yet none lay hands on Him because God intervenes. Jesus declares that those who do not believe He is the One sent by the Father …
Why We Do Not Vote
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughChristians hold citizenship in heaven, which by principle bars them from voting in the elections of any nation on earth. This same heavenly citizenship establishes them as ambassadors of Christ's government, so that any meddling in the political affairs of earthly nations would violate their commission. Jesus reinforced the …
Pope Francis Is Elected (Part Two)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The Roman Catholic Church is an entity of this world, tracing its roots back to the Emperor Constantine, having the propensity to mix with worldly politics.
Who Gets Jesus' Vote?
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus' Kingdom is still not of this world today. Therefore, His servants still should not be involved in the political battles of this world either.
Heavenly Citizenship (Part Two)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe have an obligation to respond to our calling, no longer living on a passport, but having a birth certificate in our heavenly kingdom.
What Would Jesus Do?
Sermonette by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Jesus' disciples' citizenship is in heaven, preparing for a new Kingdom of God to emerge; they do not participate in the conflicts or politics of the world.
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