Our Citizenship is in the Kingdom of God Part 3

The Status and Responsibilities of Citizens in the Kingdom of Heaven: Ambassadors for Christ

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 marvellous light; 10 who once were not a people but are now the people of God, who had not obtained mercy but now have obtained mercy.

In the same way that Queen Esther obtained royalty for such a time as this so that we as the church of Jesus Christ have also obtained royalty for such a time as this.

Let us examine the key phrases in 1 Peter 2:9: 1. Chosen Race: Being part of a “chosen race” means that God selected His people for a special purpose. This is not about ethnicity but about belonging to God’s family. 2. Royal Priesthood: This signifies that believers have direct access to God. We are called to serve Him and represent Him to the world. 3. Holy Nation: As a “holy nation,” we are called to live according to God’s standards, setting an example for others. 4. People for His Own Possession: This indicates that we belong to God. Our lives are not our own; they are meant to glorify Him. 5. Proclaim His Praises: The ultimate purpose of our identity as described in this verse is to share the good news of Jesus Christ with others.

2 Corinthians 5:18 Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation, 19 that is, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not imputing their trespasses to them, and has committed to us the word of reconciliation.

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. 21 For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.

An ambassador lives in the foreign country, but he/she absolutely, in every way, represents his home country. Ambassadors must live, behave, and speak to remarkably high standards as they represent their home nation at all times whilst they are in another country. If ambassadors attend a royal event, they will wear the absolute best clothes and have the best cars e.g. a Rolls Royce. Why does everything need to be the best because they are representing their country. Now, if that is true of us in the natural, how much more is it true of us as far as the Kingdom in God/heaven is concerned? How much more should the Church today represent the Kingdom of God here on this earth? We as ambassadors of The Kingdom of God need to face up to our responsibilities and do nothing to give a bad witness to the people of this world. Perhaps suggesting the Church of Jesus Christ is anything but glorious, victorious, and powerful body of people. As ambassadors we ought to be continually thrilled by what King Jesus is saying about his kingdom and church. And only say that about the church and the gospel which Jesus says. Amen

Even a sales representative today will only show you his/her best products and services.

We have received the Spirit of Adoption

Romans 8:14 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God. 15 For you did not receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption by whom we cry out, “Abba, Father.” 16 The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, 17 and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him, that we may also be glorified together.

Note the balance in the Kingdom of God, if we suffer with Him, we may also be glorified together.

May the Kingdom of God be seen is us and through us.

Kingdom Prayer

Abba Father, we come to you in the precious name of Jesus Christ and thanking you for being part of your church (your called out ones). We thank you that you have made us citizens of your Kingdom.

    Lord, we thank you for making us part your glorious church and that you have made us a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation.

    Lord, we thank you that you have entrusted us with wonderful ministry of reconciliation of the lost and indeed you have made us ambassadors for Christ.

    Abba Father help us to be faithful in all that you have called us to and to bring glory to you in the name of Jesus Christ.

Amen

Personal Prayer