Topical Encyclopedia The term "Gospel" is derived from the Old English "godspel," meaning "good news." In the New Testament, the Gospel is the proclamation of the coming of the Kingdom of God, a central theme in the teachings of Jesus Christ. The Kingdom of God is both a present reality and a future hope, encompassing the reign of God over all creation and the fulfillment of His divine will.Biblical Foundation The concept of the Kingdom of God is deeply rooted in the Hebrew Scriptures, where God's sovereign rule is a recurring theme. In the New Testament, the Kingdom of God is prominently featured in the teachings of Jesus. The Gospel of Mark begins with Jesus proclaiming, "The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand. Repent and believe in the gospel" (Mark 1:15). This announcement marks the inauguration of God's Kingdom through the ministry of Jesus. Characteristics of the Kingdom The Kingdom of God is characterized by righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit (Romans 14:17). It is a realm where God's will is perfectly enacted, and His justice prevails. Jesus' parables often illustrate the nature of the Kingdom, such as the Parable of the Mustard Seed, which describes the Kingdom's growth from small beginnings to a vast, encompassing reality (Matthew 13:31-32). Present and Future Dimensions The Kingdom of God is both "already" and "not yet." It is "already" present in the world through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and the work of the Holy Spirit. Jesus declared, "But if I drive out demons by the finger of God, then the kingdom of God has come upon you" (Luke 11:20). However, the Kingdom is also "not yet" fully realized, as it awaits its consummation at the end of the age when Christ returns in glory. Entrance into the Kingdom Entrance into the Kingdom of God requires repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. Jesus emphasized the necessity of a spiritual rebirth, telling Nicodemus, "Truly, truly, I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born again" (John 3:3). This new birth is a work of the Holy Spirit, transforming individuals and enabling them to live under God's rule. Ethical Implications The Kingdom of God has profound ethical implications for believers. Jesus' Sermon on the Mount outlines the values and behaviors expected of Kingdom citizens, including humility, mercy, and peacemaking (Matthew 5:3-12). Believers are called to seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, trusting that all other needs will be provided (Matthew 6:33). Mission of the Church The Church is entrusted with the mission of proclaiming the Gospel of the Kingdom to all nations. Jesus commissioned His disciples, saying, "And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come" (Matthew 24:14). The Church, empowered by the Holy Spirit, is to be a visible manifestation of the Kingdom, demonstrating God's love and justice in the world. Conclusion The Gospel, as the announcement of the Kingdom of God, is the heart of the Christian message. It calls individuals to repentance, faith, and a transformed life under God's sovereign rule. The Kingdom of God, both present and future, is the ultimate hope for creation, promising the restoration of all things under the lordship of Jesus Christ. Nave's Topical Index Luke 16:16The law and the prophets were until John: since that time the kingdom of God is preached, and every man presses into it. Nave's Topical Index Library The Gospel of the Kingdom. The Disciples as Scribes. "But Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God, and his Righteousness, and ... "But Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God," &C. "Seek First the Kingdom of God," &C. The Way to the Kingdom The Marcionite Interpretation of God and Mammon Refuted the ... "But Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God and his Righteousness," &C. Exposition of the Parable. The Call of the Gentiles under the Influence of the Gospel ... 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