{"id":1936,"date":"2011-07-10T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2011-07-10T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/taffi.wpengine.com\/study-notes\/possessing-a-kingdom-mindset\/"},"modified":"2011-07-10T10:00:00","modified_gmt":"2011-07-10T10:00:00","slug":"possessing-a-kingdom-mindset","status":"publish","type":"study-notes","link":"https:\/\/taffidollar.org\/study-notes\/possessing-a-kingdom-mindset\/","title":{"rendered":"Possessing a Kingdom Mindset"},"content":{"rendered":"

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It is important that we take the initiative to prioritize our lives. As Christians, we must put first things first by establishing a kingdom mind-set. It’s easy to become distracted by the things going on around us; however, we are God’s representatives on this earth. There should be a distinct difference between the saints and the rest of society. It is vital that we gain concept and clear understanding of God’s kingdom and what our role is. <\/em><\/p>\n

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  1. “ And as you go, preach saying, the kingdom of heaven is at hand!” (Matthew 10:7, <\/b> AMP<\/b><\/em> ).<\/b>\n
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    1. Paul obeyed Jesus’ instructions by preaching the kingdom of God wherever he went (Acts 28:30-31). Paul was concerned with doing the Lord’s work.\n
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      1. Likewise, we should also be in pursuit of those things that concern the Lord Jesus.<\/li>\n
      2. Secular humanists suggest that we should first focus on meeting our own needs.<\/li>\n
      3. However, Jesus instructs us to seek God’s kingdom first, and our needs will be met (Matthew 6:33).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n
      4. A mind-set<\/em> is a fixed mental attitude or disposition that is responsible for our responses to the situations we face.\n
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        1. We are a product of what we think about most (Proverbs 23:7).<\/li>\n
        2. When we begin to have a kingdom mind-set, we begin to be conscious of the fact that God is our ruler and He has a plan for us.<\/li>\n
        3. He wants to influence and impact our lives.<\/li>\n
        4. Everything derives from God. Therefore, we must know and understand His Word.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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          1. His kingdom is the governing impact of His will over a territory. God wants to influence the earth through Christians. <\/b>\n
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            1. As representatives of the kingdom of God, we should impact people everywhere we go.\n
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              1. Therefore, if we work in a secular environment, we should set a good example of Christianity for unbelievers.<\/li>\n
              2. We should single-mindedly serve and obey supervisors and managers (Colossians 3:22, AMP<\/em>).<\/li>\n
              3. We should work heartily as unto God, and not unto men. God will reward us; promotion comes from Him (Colossians 3:23-24, AMP<\/em>).<\/li>\n
              4. Do not have the attitude that you are above serving others. Use your gifts to serve.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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                1. A kingdom mind-set is established in the fact that all saints are released as ministers (servants) in the market place. <\/b>\n
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                  1. People are watching us; they want to know that we are people of integrity.\n
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                    1. Therefore, we must do away with our old mind-sets once we become born-again (2 Corinthians 5:17, AMP<\/em>).<\/li>\n
                    2. We are all called into the ministry. We have been called to serve; ministry means service (2 Corinthians 5:18, AMP<\/em>).<\/li>\n
                    3. Through our godly lifestyles, we can cause others to want to draw near to God.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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                      1. As God’s representatives, we should keep in mind the following:<\/b>\n
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                        1. God gives each person his or her own “kingdom” or sphere of influence.\n
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                          1. Your sphere of influence is where God wants to establish His intent.<\/li>\n
                          2. Ask Him to show you how to use your gifts, talents, and life to further His plan.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n
                          3. The kingdom of man is always secondary to the kingdom of God.\n
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                            1. Jesus is King of kings and Lord of lords.<\/li>\n
                            2. He has made us kings and priests by restoring our dominion.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                              Scripture References<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n
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                              Matthew 10:7, AMP<\/em><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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                              Proverbs 23:7<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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                              Acts 28:30-31<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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                              Colossians 3:22-24, AMP<\/em><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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                              Matthew 6:33<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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                              2 Corinthians 5:17-18, AMP<\/em><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                              We take the initiative.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1840,"template":"","acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/taffidollar.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/study-notes\/1936"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/taffidollar.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/study-notes"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/taffidollar.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/study-notes"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/taffidollar.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1840"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/taffidollar.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1936"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}