The Study of Kingdom Concepts
A careful study of the bible and the presentation of the message of the Kingdom of Heaven by Jesus Christ will illustrate the presence of all of the components and characteristics of this life within the Kingdom of God. All Kingdoms, both spiritual and natural, and consist of the following components as part of a Kingdom’s existence:- The Kingdom Principle of Kings (God)
- The Kingdom Principle of Lords (Jesus)
- The Kingdom Principle of Governors (Holy Spirit)
- The Kingdom Principle of Domain (Territory)
- The Kingdom Principle of Keys (Principles)
- The Kingdom Principle of Constitution (The Bible)
- The Kingdom Principle of Law (written rules, precepts, concepts)
- The Kingdom Principle of Citizenship (Rights & Responsibilities)
- The Kingdom Principle of Royal Privilege
- The Kingdom Principle of Ethics
- The Kingdom Principle of Reputation
- The Kingdom Principle of Economy
- The Kingdom Principle of Taxation
- The Kingdom Principle of Commonwealth
- The Kingdom Principle of Army
- The Kingdom Principle of Culture
- The Kingdom Principle of Delegated Authority
- The Kingdom Principle of Ambassadorship
- The Kingdom Principle of Education
- The Kingdom Principle of Administration
- The Kingdom Principle of Glory
- The Kingdom Principle of Worship
- The Kingdom Principle of Provision (ownership vs. Access)
- The Kingdom Principle of Influence
- The Kingdom Principle of Royal Favor
- The Kingdom Principle of Decree
- The Kingdom Principle of Giving to aKing
- The Kingdom Principle of KING- is the embodiment of the entire kingdom, representing its full glory and nature.
- Authority flows from the king and the word of the king is supreme and cannot be revoked.
- God is the King of heaven and earth
- Jesus is the King of the earth (Man is the manager, steward, administrator, and king)
- The Kingdom Principle of LORD
- Jesus is the Lord of heaven and earth because he is both God and Man
- Son of God (Spiritual King in Heaven) vs. Son of Man (Natural King on earth)
- Man is the lord of the earth, as in caretaker or “landlord” (Psalm 24:1)
- The Kingdom Principle of GOVERNOR
- Royal governors administered the will of a king in another territory.
- They held the same power as their king in the land where they lived and managed.
- The Holy Spirit is a teacher, counselor, ruler-standard setter, guide, protector, advocate, and more.
- The Kingdom Principle of DOMAIN- is the territory over which a king exercises his total authority. The territory, its resources, and its people are all personal property of the king. The king by rights owns all, and therefore, is considered the lord of all. The word Lord denotes ownership by right. Lord is only given to one who is the sovereign owner. This is why the scriptures declare, “The earth is the Lord’s and the fullness thereof; the world and they that dwell therein.” (Ps. 24:1)
- God’s territory of influence in the heavenlies is called the Kingdom of God
- God’s territory of influence on the earth is called the Kingdom of Heaven
The Kingdom of heaven is within you. (God’s Holy Spirit living inside of man), Luke 17:20
You cannot experience the Kingdom of Heaven without first seeking the Kingdom of God.
- The Kingdom Principle of KEYS- Ruling principles, the first thought, your initial ways of thinking and believing. Authority, Citizenship (Rights and Responsibilities), Faith, Forgiveness, Giving, Knowledge and Understanding, Management & Organization, Righteousness, Integrity, Mastery of emotions, Submission to the Kingdom of God, (not serving a religion, but the citizens), Trust (total reliance on God), Choosing your master (God vs. mammon),
- The Kingdom Key of Authority
- The Kingdom Key of Deployment (proper attitude in crisis)
- The Kingdom Key of Fasting and Prayer
- The Kingdom Key of Forgiveness
- The Kingdom Key of Knowledge
- The Kingdom Key of Law
- The Kingdom Key of Management (prayer and fasting)
- The Kingdom Key of Understanding
- The Kingdom Principle of CONSTITUTION- is the covenant of a king with his citizenry and expresses the mind and will of the king for his citizens and his kingdom. It constitutes the intent of the sovereign for his people as well as containing the benefits and privileges of the kingdom. The constitution is the documented words of the king. The Bible contains the constitution of the Kingdom of God which details His will and mind for His citizens.
- The Holy Bible- The rules and responsibilities for a relationship with God and man.
- The Kingdom Principle of LAW- constitutes the standards and principles established by the king himself, by which his kingdom will function and be administered. The laws of a kingdom are to be obeyed by all, including foreigners residing in it. The laws of a kingdom are the way by which one is guaranteed access to the benefits of the king and the kingdom. Violations of kingdom law place one at odds with the king and thus interrupt the favorable position one enjoys with the king. The laws in a kingdom cannot be changed by the citizens,
nor are they subject to a citizen referendum or debate. Simply put, the word of the king is law in His kingdom and is even obeyed by the king himself. Rebellion against the law is rebellion against the king. Following any word other than the king is called treason and is punishable by death.- Legal documents are found in scripture to prove your rights and show your responsibilities.
- The 10 Commandments were never meant for man to follow as a strict religion,
but as a mirror to show you how to recognize why you need a relationship with God.
- The Kingdom Principle of CITIZENSHIP- the people that live under the rule of the king. Citizenship in a kingdom is not a right, but a privilege, and is a result of a king’s choice. The benefits and privileges of a kingdom are only accessible to citizens, and therefore, the favor of the king is always a privilege. Once one becomes a citizen of the kingdom, all of the rights of citizenship are at the citizen’s pleasure. The king is obligated to care for and protect all of his citizens, and their welfare is a reflection of the king himself. The number one goal of a citizen in a kingdom is to submit to the king, seeking only to remain in right standing with him. This is called righteousness. This is why Jesus said the priority of all men is to seek His Kingdom and His righteousness and all these things will be added. (Mathew 6:33)
- Man, with the Holy Spirit, who are sons of God and not servants
- Dual citizenship as a diplomat, an ambassador of Christ on the earth, and a citizen of heaven.
- The Kingdom Principle of PRIVILEGES- is the benefits the king lavishes on his faithful citizens.
This aspect of government is very different from other forms of government. In a kingdom, citizenship is always desired by the people because, once you are in the kingdom, the king is personally responsible
for you and all of your needs. In addition, because the king owns everything within his kingdom,
he can give to any citizen, any or all of his wealth as he desires, and also take it away from them.- A health program- healing of the mind, body, soul, and spirit.
- An educational program- the teaching ministry of the Holy Spirit, by revelation and enlightenment.
- The Spirit of Truth reminds you of what is already inside your spirit, so it’s not brand new, but back to. More than the truth is a lie, less than the truth is deception.
- A taxation system- Tithing, which is simply an honor system for a kingdom citizen to give to a King.
- A central communication system- the gift of the Holy Spirit, speaking your native language in tongues.
- A system of administration- the ministration of the Spirit through mankind called the church (Ecclesia), the called-out ones, ministers, (to serve God’s policies to people through administration)
- An economy- a system of giving and receiving through offerings
Acts 4:32-35, a system of perpetual currency to provide for its citizens.- Royal privileges of the kingdom are the benefits the king affords his citizens. They serve as security for being in good standing with the king.
- Benefits include health, wealth, education, and counsel among others (Deuteronomy 30:8-14)
- The Kingdom Principle of Ethics: - is the acceptable conduct of the citizens in the kingdom and their representation of the kingdom. This code includes moral standards, social relationships, personal conduct, attitude, attire, and manner of life. The Beatitudes, Matthew 5:3-12, 1 Corinthians 13, Fruit of the Spirit
- This is the standard of conduct established by the king for the behavior and social relationships of his citizens. This is also the expectation of the king regarding the values and moral standards the citizens must adhere to. The code of ethics becomes the foundation of the kingdom's culture and manifests itself in the lifestyle of the citizens.
- Love God with all thy heart, soul, and might, and love thy neighbor as thyself.
- The Kingdom Principle of Reputation: The king’s reputation is important to the king and is the source of the glory of his name. A king’s reputation is created and sustained by the conditions of his citizens and his kingdom. Therefore kings act in ways that are favorable to their namesake.
- The Kingdom Principle of Economy: All kingdoms operate on a system that secures and sustains the strength and viability of the kingdom. The system involves the kingdom government’s providing opportunities for the citizens to participate I the benefits program of the kingdom’s prosperity through contributing to the work ethic and culture of the kingdom. The kingdom's economy usually involves a taxation system, investment opportunities, and creative development programs for the citizens.
- The Kingdom Principle of Taxation: All kingdoms incorporate a taxation system, which allows their citizens to participate in the process of maintaining the kingdom's infrastructure. The system allows the citizen to share in the kingdom’s commonwealth and return a set portion of the king’s resources back to the king. In essence, everything in a kingdom already belongs to the king, including the taxes required from the citizen, therefore a kingdom taxation system is simply the government’s allowing its resources to pass through the hands of the citizens. Tithing is simply a system of building obedience and trust in the king’s provision.
- The Kingdom Principle of COMMONWEALTH- the economic system of a kingdom that guarantees each citizen equal access to financial security. In a kingdom, the term commonwealth is used because the king’s desire is that all his citizens share the befit of the wealth of the kingdom. In a commonwealth, the citizen’s wealth is in common with the king, not with one another. The king’s glory is in the happiness and health of its citizens because it reflects His character. (The holiday season is only a shadow of the intent).
- All kingdoms function on the principle of a commonwealth. Commonwealth is the king’s commitment to see that all of his citizens have equal access to the wealth and resources of the kingdom. This is important to the king because the quality of life of the citizens of a kingdom reflects the glory and reputation of the king. When the welfare of the king’s citizens is excellent, then the king’s reputation among other kings is honorable. Kingdoms provide for all of the needs of their citizens, and the king is personally committed to and involved in the welfare of his citizens. Acts 4:32-35, Luke 12:22-24; 31-32, Philippians 4:19, And MY God shall supply all your need according to His riches in Glory by Christ Jesus.
- The Kingdom Principle of ARMY- is the king’s system of securing its territory and protecting its citizens. It is important to understand that in a kingdom the citizens do not fight in the army, but enjoy the protection of the army. This is why, in the Kingdom of God, the angels are called the host of heaven.
The word host means army and identifies the angels as the so-called military component of the Kingdom of Heaven. This kingdom concept presents a challenge to our religious thinking of the church as an army of the Lord. A careful study if the biblical constitution of the word will show that the church, as Jesus established it, is not identified as an army but rather citizenship, a family of sons, and a holy nation (separated for a specific purpose). (Ps. 78:49-50,; 103:20-21; Matt 13:40b-42) Enlisted persons have no rights as a citizen.- All kingdoms incorporate an army of security components to serve, protect, and defend their territory and citizens.
- Angels are the hosts of heaven. Citizens pray to give God permission to move on the earth,
putting the Angels to work. Spiritual warfare is our responsibility; it is renewing our minds and conducting our lives. The battle is the Lord’s. He does not do the fighting, but He gets the glory. - The Kingdom Principle of SOCIAL CULTURE- is the environment created by the life and manner of the king and his citizens. This is the cultural aspect that separates and distinguishes the kingdom from all others around it. It is the culture that expresses the nature of the king, through the lifestyle of his citizens. This distinction in Kingdom culture is evidenced in the words of the Lord Jesus, when He repeatedly said in the Book of Matthew, “you have heard it said… but I tell you,” (Matt 5:21-22), and again, “it shall not be so among you” (Matt 20:26). Kingdom social culture is supposed to be evident in our daily activities and encounters. Romans 12:1-2 Present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable unto God.
- Worship, not worry. Not Christianity, but a Kingdom citizen, Relationship, Not religion
- The Kingdom Principle of Delegated Authority: All kingdoms establish a representative system that delegates responsibility to appointed citizens to serve as envoys or ambassadors of the kingdom or state. Ambassadors personify and embody the king’s authority and the kingdom or state. Ambassadors are the property and responsibility of the state and thus do not concern themselves with their own personal needs. Their primary purpose is to represent the interest of the kingdom.
- The Kingdom Principle of Ambassadorship: An ambassador speaks for the kingdom and does not represent himself, only his kingdom. The ambassador is the kingdom’s agency for conveying its will, desires, and purposes in the territory to which he or she is assigned.
- The Kingdom Principle of Education: All kingdoms establish a system and program for training and educating their citizens. The education system is designed to transfer, re-enforce, and instill the laws, values, morals, and manners of the king and the kingdom to succeeding generations and new citizens.
- The Kingdom Principle of Administration: All kingdoms establish a system through which they administer their judgments and programs to the citizens. The administrative program is also designed to protect the rights and privileges of the citizens and their access to the king’s favor.
- The Kingdom Principle of Glory: The glory of the king is all and everything in the kingdom that represents and manifests the true nature of the king himself. The glory literally means “true essence or full weight”.
- The Kingdom Principle of Worship: The worship of a king is the expression of the citizen’s gratitude and appreciation to the king for his favor, privileges, and security of being in his kingdom. Worship is also an indication of the perceived worth that the king is to the citizen. Worship always involves the offering of gifts to the king, indicating the citizen’s awareness that all things that he enjoys being at the pleasure of the king. Worship also expresses one’s dependency on the king, which activates the king’s obligation to care for the citizens who proclaim his name as their king. Live a life of worth-ship, don’t just adore the door.
- The Kingdom Principle of Provision: In all true kingdoms the king is obligated to provide for his citizens and thus makes provisions at his own expense for their security and welfare.
- The Kingdom Principle of Influence: All kingdoms are committed to making the influence of the king and his will felt throughout the entire kingdom. (The parable of the yeast).
- The Kingdom Principle of Royal Favor: Royal favor is the sovereign prerogative of the king to extend a personal law to a citizen that positions that citizen to receive special privileges and advantages that are personally protected by the king.
- The Kingdom Principle of Decree: A royal decree is a declaration that becomes law to all. It is sustained by the king’s personal commitment to bring the declaration or promise to pass.
- The Kingdom Principle of Giving to a King: Giving to a king activates the king’s obligation to demonstrate his glory and power to the giver and to prove that he is a greater king than all other kings. Giving to a king in his kingdom is the acknowledgment that all things belong
to that king and the citizen is grateful. Because giving to a king is impossible (since all things already belong to the king), the act of giving benefits the citizen more than the king, because a king hates to be outdone with giving. Thus one should never come before a king empty-handed.
