The Kingdom

Lesson 2: Kingdom Culture

November 28 & 29, 2020

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When we realize we belong to a Kingdom before we belong to a country… it changes EVERYTHING

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Colossians 3:10 You are living a brand new kind of life that is continually learning more and more of what is right, and trying constantly to be more and more like Christ who created this new life within you. Living Bible

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Colossians 3:11 In this new life one’s nationality or race or education or social position is unimportant; such things mean nothing. Whether a person has Christ is what matters, and he is equally available to all. Living Bible

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Kingdom Culture is DEFINED by a King

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Jesus set a Culture of Sexual Purity inside and out

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Matthew 5:27 “You have heard the commandment that says, ‘You must not commit adultery.’ 28 But I say, anyone who even looks at a woman with lust has already committed adultery with her in his heart. New Living Translation

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Jesus set a Can Do Culture

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Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. New King James Version

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Kingdom Culture is set by the LAWS of a kingdom

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Our Kingdom Has One Law, LOVE

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John 13:34 So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other. 35 Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples.” New Living Translation

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Kingdom Love, Loves Everyone

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Matthew 5:43 “You have heard the law that says, ‘Love your neighbor’ and hate your enemy. 44 But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you! 45 In that way, you will be acting as true children of your Father in heaven… New Living Translation

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Kingdom Culture must be ADAPTED to not negotiated

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Mark 1:15 and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the Kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel.” New King James Version

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Luke 14:25 A large crowd was following Jesus. He turned around and said to them, New Living Translation

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Luke 14:27 And if you do not carry your own cross and follow me, you cannot be my disciple. New Living Translation