Mark 1:14-15

Now after John was arrested, Jesus came into Galilee, proclaiming the gospel of God, and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.”

Three Aspects of the Kingdom of God

1. The kingdom of God is right now

Mark 1:15

“The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand…”

Acts 14:22

…saying that through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God.

1 Peter 5:7

…casting all your anxieties on him because he cares for you.

Hebrews 4:15

For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin.

Romans 8:28

And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.

2. The kingdom of God is a vision for the future

Matthew 6:10

“Your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.”

3. The kingdom of God is the climax of human history

Revelation 21:3-5

And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.” And he who was seated on the throne said, “Behold, I am making all things new.” Also he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”

Mark 1:15

“…repent and believe in the gospel.”