Reflections on the Kingdom of God: A Journey into Spiritual Authority
The Kingdom of God: Discover Kingdom authority in this 11-lesson course. Move from human logic to spiritual power through Jesus’ parables, Godly righteousness, and the Holy Spirit.
Lesson 1: Defining the Sphere of God’s Rule
This introductory lesson focuses on the fundamental shift from a democratic mindset, where personal choice is prioritised, to a Kingdom reality where the King has absolute authority. The sources define the Kingdom specifically as the “sphere where His rule is acknowledged,” meaning that calling Him “Lord” requires active obedience to His dictates. Students will learn that while God’s universal dominion is absolute, the practical experience of His Kingdom in their lives begins with their personal submission.
Lesson 2: Growth and Value in the Kingdom
This lesson explores how the Kingdom influences its environment through internal transformation, using the parables of the Wheat and Tares, the Mustard Seed, and the Leaven. Students are taught that spiritual growth occurs while coexisting with opposition and requires being “planted” in a church community to flourish. The sources use the WWII block-out curtain analogy to warn that living by worldly standards effectively hides the light of Christ within us from the surrounding world
Lesson 3: The Price of the Kingdom and the Parables of Jesus
In this lesson, the curriculum addresses the total surrender of “self” required to pursue the King with passion and “First Love”. Through the parables of the Hidden Treasure and the Pearl of Great Price, students learn the value of a relationship with Jesus above all else. The sources also highlight the mandate of radical forgiveness, warning that unforgiveness leads to spiritual bitterness and distance from God
Lesson 4: The Requirements for Entry into the Kingdom of God
This lesson contrasts external religious rituals with the necessity of a supernatural heart transformation to enter the Kingdom. Using the “Pharisaical Trap” as a warning, the sources explain that following man-made traditions or having a mere “church feeling” is no substitute for becoming a “New Creation”. True entry involves a fundamental change in thinking, known as repentance, which separates a believer from ungodly worldly behaviours
Lesson 5: Kingdom of God Attributes
Students will dive into the three pillars of the Kingdom defined in Romans 14:17: Righteousness, Peace, and Joy. The sources distinguish between Religious Righteousness (trying to please God through checklists) and Godly Righteousness (accepting Christ’s nature), which removes the desire for sinful behaviour. Students are encouraged to operate in Dunamis power, experiencing a “wellness of soul” and a visible delight in God’s control regardless of outward conditions
Lesson 6: Spiritual Vision and Seeking
This lesson teaches that the Kingdom is a spiritual reality that must be “perceived” through the Spirit rather than understood through natural logic. Drawing from the story of Eve, the sources illustrate how our path is determined by what we choose to “see” as good, necessitating the command to “Seek First” God’s Kingdom. Because the Kingdom is an internal reality, it is accessed through spiritual submission rather than external observation
Lesson 7: The Significance of Being Planted: Lessons from the Kingdom of God
The sources emphasize that there is no neutral ground in spiritual life; believers are either intentionally seeking or drifting away. A critical distinction is made between spiritual “gifting,” which is for the benefit of the Church, and a “relationship,” which is for the King. Students are taught that true growth only occurs when they choose to “die” to their own rights and ambitiously pursue a personal relationship with the Lordd spiritual Perception, moving from seeking the spectacular to hearing the “still, small voice.”
Lesson 8: Living as the Royal Family in the Kingdom of God
This lesson explores the identity of believers as children and joint-heirs within God’s family, rather than mere subjects or servants. Following the “imitation principle,” students are encouraged to “copy” the Father’s character—such as His punctuality and trustworthiness—through the Spirit. In this Royal Family, the sources teach that the path to true greatness is found through serving others
Lesson 9: The Guide of the Kingdom and the Role of the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is introduced as the Paraklesis, the “one who stands alongside” to lead and show believers how to live. Using the analogy of a basketball coach, the sources explain that the Spirit does not just shout orders but demonstrates the “spiritual footwork” needed for a Godly life. Students will learn that the Spirit is a gentle guide who moves only by invitation and brings the King’s words to their remembrancee, transforming the Bible from a book of information into a source of relational life.
Lesson 10: Kingdom Life: A Guide to Abiding in Christ and Spiritual Separation
Maintaining Kingdom authority requires abiding in the Vine (Jesus) to keep the relationship fresh and prevent it from becoming a routine. The sources stress the importance of remaining “unspotted from the world” by refusing to copy worldly customs or behaviours. Additionally, students are taught to distinguish between the Holy Spirit’s conviction, which leads to change, and the enemy’s condemnation, which leads to useless guilt
Lesson 11: Kingdom Living: Experiencing the Miracle Power of God and Heavenly Language
The final lesson declares that the Kingdom of God is not “fancy talk” but a demonstration of Dunamis (God-given power). Students are introduced to the concepts of Logos (the written Word) and Rhema (the inspired Word for a current situation). The course concludes with the reminder that believers are “perishable containers” earthen vessels designed to hold the precious treasure of the Spirit so that God receives all the glory for the power displayed