The men of the east had not only opened their hearts, but they opened their treasures and presented their gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh to the Eternal King.
the treasures of gold, frankincense and myrrh
the scroll sealed with seven seals
Into this world of chaos and conflict, God brings a vision of what is yet to take place. So through the eyes of the writer John, let us take a look into eternity and discover the mystery of the scroll sealed with the 7 seals.
the mystery of the 7 seals
For only Jesus is the bringer of salvation and true justice. So there is only one who is worthy to open the scroll and bring everything to its fulfilment. So the stage is set for the opening of the scrolls. Therefore let the drama begin!
two kingdoms
Throughout the history of humanity stories have been an integral part of cultural expression. Everyone loves a good story. Today we will explore the reality of the battle of the two kingdoms. The kingdom of darkness, evil and brokenness and the kingdom of light, goodness and love.
the communion and sweet incense of prayer
Through the prophetic vision given to the Apostle John, we gain a beautiful insight into how God treasures the prayers of His people and the heart to heart connection of worship.
the parable of the talents – perception
Throughout Jesus’ earthly ministry He revealed spiritual truths through stories or parables. In a private moment with Jesus His disciples asked, ‘When will be the sign of His coming and the end of the age?’
consolidate – the word for this season
God’s final goal is uniting all things in heaven and earth in Christ Jesus. God chose to sum up the cosmos and restore peace and harmony to the universe through Jesus. It is in Jesus that we consolidate.
servant king
Jesus knows His time has come to leave this world and return to God the Father. He will carry the full force of human brokenness, depravity and shame. Suffer public humiliation, torture and pain. Through a total violation of all cultural boundaries He was about to demonstrate the love of the servant king.
students of the stars
The students of the stars had seen the sign of the coming of the greatest king of all. The one who would bring His eternal kingdom of life and light, deliverance and freedom, healing and forgiveness, love and peace, truth and justice, equality and respect. He’s greatest expression of God’s love.
the arrival of the kingdom of God
Expectations were high, as their Messiah was in their midst. Prophecies and scriptures about the arrival of the Kingdom of God filled their minds. So they ask Jesus, when is the arrival of the kingdom of God?
hidden treasure
Through both the Old and New Testament of God’s love story – the Bible, there are significant references to treasure. There are different types of treasure. For there is physical treasure, spiritual treasure, earthly treasure and treasures of the heart.
God’s healing and redemptive mission
The Spirit of God is a surging, rushing, relentless wild river of life. Of healing and equality, refreshing and sustaining, strengthening and flourishing, that flows direct from the throne of God through Jesus to us.
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