
The King's Proclamation
• Series: The Servant King
Jesus’ ministry begins and is summarized in His proclamation, “The time promised by God has come at last! The Kingdom of God is near! Repent of your sins and believe the Good News!” The kingdom of God had come near in the person of the King. It is indeed Good News, and it calls for a personal response. Beginning with these words, Jesus signals that whatever else happens, however bad things may look, the result of His ministry will be good. Jesus’ definition of the kingdom of God was different than what people expected. The Kingdom of God is not a physical kingdom. It is a transformation of heart and mind, a way of believing and living in preparation for eternity. It is about His kingship and our obedience to His rule, now and forever.