Myles Munroe Rediscovering the Kingdom Vol 5 pt3

Introduction

This tutorial explores the teachings of Myles Munroe on rediscovering the Kingdom of God. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the Kingdom's principles and how they differ from traditional religious beliefs. The insights shared can empower individuals to reclaim their inheritance as citizens of the Kingdom and navigate life's challenges with newfound authority.

Step 1: Understanding the Purpose of Jesus' Message

• Jesus came to restore the Kingdom of God on Earth, focusing on the hearts of individuals rather than promoting a religion.
• Key scripture: Luke 4:43 highlights His mission to preach the good news of the Kingdom.
• Recognize that Jesus’ miracles and resurrection were means to an end—the establishment of God's Kingdom.

Step 2: Identifying the Keys to the Kingdom

• Just as a key is useless without knowing what it unlocks, having scriptural knowledge without understanding its application can be unhelpful.
• Importance of learning what the keys (scriptures) unlock, which are the riches and promises of God.
• Reflect on personal experiences of having knowledge (keys) but lacking understanding of their purpose.

Step 3: Recognizing Your Inheritance

• The Kingdom of God is your inheritance, established long before the creation of the world (Matthew 25:34).
• Understand that the Kingdom was designed for you to have dominion on Earth, as God's original plan was for humanity to govern creation.

Step 4: Distinguishing Kingdom Citizenship from Religious Membership

• Kingdom citizenship is about legal rights, privileges, and responsibilities, whereas religion often reduces individuals to mere members of an organization.
• Citizens have the right to demand from their government (God), while religious practices often involve appeasing God.
• Transitioning from a religious mindset to a Kingdom mindset is crucial for experiencing empowerment.

Step 5: The Role of Authority in the Kingdom

• The concept of authority is central to the Kingdom. Citizens operate under the authority of the King (God).
• Example: The Centurion in the Bible demonstrated understanding of authority by recognizing that Jesus had the power to heal his servant with just a word.
• This illustrates that belief and understanding of authority can lead to miracles and breakthroughs.

Step 6: Understanding Kingdom Laws and Ethics

• Every Kingdom has laws that must be obeyed for it to function effectively.
• The Kingdom of God operates under its own set of ethics and guidelines, which are outlined in the Bible.
• Familiarize yourself with these laws to fully engage as a citizen of the Kingdom.

Step 7: The Kingdom’s Government and Support

• The Kingdom has a governing body (God) which serves citizens.
• Citizens are not meant to fight; rather, they are supported by God’s army (angels) who are tasked with protecting and assisting them.
• Rely on the spiritual support available to you as a Kingdom citizen rather than taking on burdens alone.

Conclusion

Understanding the Kingdom of God allows individuals to reclaim their identity and authority as citizens. By grasping the concepts of inheritance, authority, and the distinction between religion and Kingdom citizenship, one can navigate life’s challenges with confidence. Next steps include studying the scriptures to uncover the keys to the Kingdom and applying this knowledge to daily life for empowerment and transformation.