Lesson 16: God's Kingdom - God's Purpose Flashcards
What was the main theme of the teachings of Jesus?
The Kingdom of God
‘Kingdom of God’ and ‘Kingdom of Heaven’ were used interchangeably.
How did Jesus teach about the Kingdom of God?
Through parables
A parable is defined as ‘a simple story illustrating a moral or religious lesson’.
Name one parable that Jesus told about the Kingdom of God.
Parable of the mustard seed
Other examples include the Parable of the yeast, the Parable of the Treasure hidden in the field, and the Parable of the Vineyard.
The Kingdom of God is compared to what event in Jesus’ teachings?
A wedding feast
What was the excuse of the first man for not attending the wedding feast?
‘I have just bought a field, and I must go and see it.’
What was the master’s reaction to the excuses for not attending the wedding?
He was quite angry.
What did the master do after hearing the excuses?
Sent his servant to bring the poor, crippled, blind, and lame.
What does Jesus mean by the parable of the wedding feast?
If chosen people do not respond to God’s call, they will not enter His Kingdom.
What is the Kingdom of God?
God’s kingly authority
It rules over all time and space, embracing all people and creation.
What are some important truths about the Kingdom of God?
- It is a great treasure.
- It belongs to the children.
- Everybody is welcome.
- It is a just society.
- It is like yeast or a small seed.
- It is of the past, present, and future.
Fill in the blank: The Kingdom of God is not a geographical or political entity, but rather _______.
God’s kingly authority
True or False: The Kingdom of God is only for the wealthy.
False
What does Jesus say about the rich and the Kingdom of God?
It is very difficult for the rich to inherit the Kingdom of God.
What is required to see the Kingdom of God?
Being born again
How does God treat the least deserving in relation to the Kingdom of God?
God, in His mercy, takes in even the least deserving.
What does the Kingdom of God provide according to Romans 14:17?
Righteousness, peace, and joy
Fill in the blank: The Kingdom of God is like _______ or a small seed.
yeast
What does the small seed grow into?
A big tree giving shade and shelter to many
List the time frames associated with the Kingdom of God.
- Past
- Present
- Future
What is the only requirement to enter the Kingdom of God?
Accept His call
