Term · Bible dictionary

Kingdom of God

God's saving rule breaking into the world — central to Jesus' preaching, already present where he is welcomed as King, and to be fully revealed at his return.

Jesus began his ministry announcing, «The kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.» It is not a place but a reign — God's saving rule arriving in his Son.

The kingdom is «already» present in everyone who bows to King Jesus, and «not yet» fully come until he returns. To pray «your kingdom come» is to ask for both — its widening reign now, and its glorious fullness then.

Key verses BSB · Public Domain (CC0)

Mark 1:15 ““The time is fulfilled,” He said, “and the kingdom of God is near. Repent and believe in the gospel!”” Matthew 6:33 “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.”

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