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Prayer, Growth & Spiritual Empowerment

DAY 1 OF 7

God’s Sovereignty FOUNDATIONS OF THE KINGDOM

The necessary beginning point in studying the theme of “the kingdom of God” is the Bible’s opening verse. Here we meet the Sovereign of all the Universe, whose realm, reign, and regency are described at the outset.

1) His realm (or scope of His rule) is transcendent; that is, not only does it include the entire physical universe, but it exceeds it. He existed before all creation, He expands beyond it, and by virtue of having begotten it, He encompasses all that it is.

2) His reign (or the power by which He rules) is exercised by His will, His word, and His works. By His own will He creatively decides and designs; by His own word He speaks creation into being; and by His own works His Spirit displays His unlimited power.

3) His regency (or authority to rule) is in His preexistence and holiness. He is there before creation “in the beginning.” Thus, as its Creator, He deserves to be its Potentate. His benevolent intent in creating things “good” reveals His holy nature (that is, complete and perfect), and thus His moral right to be creation’s King. All kingdom power and authority flow from Him.

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Prayer, Growth & Spiritual Empowerment

Insights and readings in this plan focus on the biblical principles essential for the dynamic spread and advancement of the “Good News about the Kingdom.” Topics include the power of prayer, personal growth, spiritual empowerment, spiritual unity, and more. Devotional studies are drawn from the “Kingdom Dynamic” notes in the New Spirit-Filled Life Bible that shed light on key principles of Bible-centered, Spirit-filled life and ministry.

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