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2. From then on, those in this kingdom will dwell in the presence of
God - Rev 21:1-7
[The value of this kingdom can be seen further as we consider our third
question...]
III. IS IT REALLY WORTH IT?
A. IF I COULD HAVE SOME "SPECIAL GUESTS"...
1. I would ask Stephen to say if he thought it was worth it - cf. Acts
7:54-60
2. I would ask the early Christians who joyfully accepted the
plundering of their goods and eventually received the promise Acts 8:1-4; Heb 10:32-36
3. I would ask the apostle Paul - 2 Tim 3:10-13; 4:6-8,18
4. I would ask one of your loved ones, a friend or relative, who died
in Christ
CONCLUSION
1. The kingdom is truly one of great value...
a. It was established through its purchase by the blood of Christ - Acts
20:28
b. Can we expect the Lord to accept anything less than our utmost
devotion for the privilege of being in His eternal kingdom?
1) We are admonished to walk in a manner worthy of the kingdom - 1
Thess 2:10-12
2) But it may cost us greatly to be considered worthy - cf. 2 Thess
1:4-5
2. Our actions will demonstrate whether we value the greatness of this
kingdom...
a. By whether or not we obey the gospel!
b. By whether or not we remain zealous and faithful in our service to the
God!
3. I hope that in some way I have persuaded you that any price we pay is
worthy of "The Kingdom Of Great Value"
If you are convinced that it is, and desire assistance in becoming or remaining a
faithful "citizen" of the kingdom, then let us know...
(from Executable Outlines, Copyright 2011 by Mark A. Copeland. All rights
reserved.)_