Sermon on October 20, 2024
Near, But Not Yet in the Kingdom
Time: Morning
Texts: Mark 12:28–34
Series: Mark
Have you ever considered that our universal longing for love points to something greater than ourselves—evidence of God's existence?Our desire to love and be loved reveals that we were made for more than just survival; we were created for relationship and something eternal. Jesus announced the arrival of God’s kingdom, a place of perfect love and fulfillment. As we wait for its fullness, God is transforming the hearts of those who trust in Christ, teaching them to love Him first and their neighbors as themselves. This sermon will explore three key ideas: seeking wisdom, aligning our hearts to love God, and recognizing the nearness of God’s kingdom. The challenge is to consider whether you are merely near the kingdom or fully part of it, and to take that step into God’s abundant love through faith.