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The only message Jesus was focussed on preaching is the Kingdom of God. In
fact the Kingdom message started with God during his creation in the book of
Genesis 1:26 where he said Let us make mankind in our image, after our
likeliness. And let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and
over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and
over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth.
In Matthew 9:35 it says, Jesus went through all the towns and villages,
teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the
kingdom of God and healing every disease and sickness.
Matthew 10:7 Jesus instructs the disciples saying Go Preach saying
The Kingdom of Heaven is at Hand
Mark 16:15 Go ye into the World, and preach the Gospel of Kingdom of
God to every creature.
Luke 9:60 Go Proclaim everywhere the kingdom of God
Luke 9:2 He sent them out to proclaim the Kingdom of God and to
perform healing.
2.PRINCIPLE OF PATIENCE
Hebrews 6:12 Psalm 105:19
The second principle is the principle of patience. After receiving a promise we should
not give up at the first hint of trouble. In the New testament we read how Mary and
Joseph went to Bethlehem according to the will of God. But there was no place for them
at the inn. Finally they had to stay in a manger. Being in the center of Gods will does not
mean that life will be a bed of roses. In the Old Testament Joseph had a dream in which
he was exalted above his brothers. But before it could be fulfilled he had to go through
severe trials he was thrown into a pit , sold as a slave , thrown into prison on false
accusations. It looked as though he was humiliated more than all his brothers. But the
day came when God fulfilled that dream.
3.PRINCIPLE OF PRAISE
Psalm 22:3 Joshua 6:20 Acts 16:25-26 Numbers 32:13
The third principle is the principle of praise. God inhabits the praises of His people. The
principle of praise is a powerful principle in the Kingdom of God. The walls of Jericho fell
when the people praised God . The earth shook and prison doors opened when Paul
and Silas praised God. Where there is no praise there is bound to be grumbling and
murmuring whch destroyed the people of Israel and prevented them from entering the
promised land. We should beware of this spirit of grumbling and murmuring for it will
destroy our lives.
4.PRINCIPLE OF PROVISION
Matthew 6:33 Luke 5:1-11 II Corinthians 9:7 Luke 6:38
The fourth principle is the principle of provision. When we put God first in our lives He is
faithful to meet all our needs. We read about Peter and his boat. All night long he fished
and caught nothing . In the midst of his disappointment Jesus came and asked Peter to
let him use his boat. In spite of his misery Peter gladly allowed Jesus to use his boat.
After using the boat Jesus told Peter to cast the net on the right side. Immediately they
caught so much fish that there was not enough room in the boat.When we willingly
allow God to use whatever we have for His kingdom, He will bless us until we have not
enough room to hold the blessing.The principle of provision is giving before we receive.
5. PRINCIPLE OF PROMOTION
Luke 14:11 Matthew 18:1-4
The fifth principle is the principle of promotion. In the Kingdom of God promotion
comes by humility. The disciples of Jesus wanted to know who was the greatest in the
Kingdom of God. Jesus set a little child in front of them. He did not call the wealthiest ,
or the wisest , or the most experienced present person as an example. Jesus taught
clearly that whoever humbles himself like a little child shall be greatest in the Kingdom
of God.